Local mum of two, Meg Dolan is passionate about raising her voice and telling her story in an effort to raise awareness about the prevalence of domestic and family violence in our society.

It’s taken time to heal but Meg spoke to Tracy Mac on Newcastle in the Morning earlier this week about her journey back to her true self with the help of Jennyโ€™s Place – A service that helps more than 1,000 local women each year to escape from domestic and family violence.

Warning: This story deals with topics of domestic violence and coercive control. If you need assistance, reach out to Lifeline 13 11 14


You can support the work of Jenny’s Place at the inaugural EmPowered Walk on Sunday, November 27, and celebrate stories of survival and courage at the picnic event on the Foreshore.



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