🎙️ Breaking Barriers & Shaping Change | Ellen Connor on Corrections and Courage

In this episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service, Ellen Connor—a trailblazer with 28 years in Correctional Services Canada—pulls back the curtain on the realities of Canadian corrections. From toxic culture and resistance to change, to navigating a male-dominated system where staff behavior sometimes rivals that of inmates, Ellen shares it all with raw honesty.

We explore her pioneering journey as a woman in the Navy and corrections, the importance of supporting other women, and how she rose through the ranks while making a real impact. Ellen also dives into her passion projects, including founding a non-profit boxing club for empowerment, and her plans to continue advocating for systemic change beyond retirement.

Bold, inspiring, and eye-opening—this episode is a must-listen, and it’s just one of the many amazing conversations coming your way this season. 🎧🔥

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