The power of authentic strategies and skills

Twenty-five years ago, Mel Thomas walked into a martial arts
class and it changed the course of her life.


Mel was born into family violence and throughout much of her
youth. As such, she had a front-row seat to unhealthy and abusive
relationships.


As the final guest for Season Five of The Leadership Lessons, Mel
talks about the shameful epidemic of domestic and family violence
that exists in Australia, and her personal experiences that have
propelled her to create change for others.


Mel is now a specialist in Hapkido, a Korean form of martial
arts, and has two Australian titles under her belt. She’s also
the founder of the KYUP! Project, an organisation she started to
empower young Australians, raise their standards and champion
their safety and wellbeing.


The KYUP! Project runs workshops all over Australia, in schools,
communities and workplaces, aiming to end the cycle of violence
at a grassroots level.


The Leadership Lessons is hosted by Shirley Chowdhary and
supported by Salesforce. It's produced by Allison Ho and Agenda
Media, the publisher behind Women's Agenda.


If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault
or family and domestic violence, you can call 1800RESPECT on 1800
737 732 or
visit 1800RESPECT.org.au.


If you are in immediate danger, call 000.


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