Myself and Sarah are sisters, and the work we do through SHIELD comes from our own life experience.

We grew up in an environment where there was abuse, and as children, we didn’t always have the support or guidance we needed.

We know what it feels like to be in a situation where you don’t fully understand what’s happening, and where you don’t know who to turn to.

That experience shaped us.

It’s the reason we started SHIELD and the support line — because we never want another child, woman, or person to feel alone or unsupported in those moments.

What we do now is about creating awareness, helping people understand what is happening around them, and giving them the confidence to respond safely and seek help.

For us, this is not just work — it’s something deeply personal. It’s about turning our past into something that protects others.