Dionne Simpson
Dionne Simpson is a Black-British author, speaker and abuse survivor. She shares her experiences of abuse within a church context, from being raised in a reclusive Christian sect, facing extreme domestic abuse from her partner for over 18 years, and doing all this while fighting institutional racism and discrimination.
Dionne has overcome significant barriers to become the woman she is today and shares her message with truth and authenticity, sharing hope and encouragement for others facing similar challenges.
Dionne is the author of The Sabotaged Girl, a fictional story of trauma based on real events. She is the Founder of the Dora Milaje Academy, providing online and in-person safeguarding training for professionals, communities and individuals and hosts Warrior Women Events, free online discussions on topics of abuse, safeguarding and racial justice as key intersections affecting black and brown women.