Danielle Churly, Canadian Lived Experience Advocate (Canada)
Danielle Churly is a survivor advocate with nearly a decade of experience in Anti-Human Trafficking and Gender-Based Violence. Drawing from her experiences with child abuse, intimate partner violence, sexual abuse, exploitation, and trafficking, Danielle combines personal insights, education in social service work, and professional experience to address systemic issues.An aspiring poet, she uses poetry to amplify survivor voices and inspire healing.
Passionate about trauma recovery and ethical survivor engagement, Danielle emphasizes the risks of re-exploitation without proper support. She is completing her studies in social service work and plans to pursue university education.
For nearly a decade, Danielle has served in anti-trafficking intiatetives with organizations like the Women's Support Network of York Region.
Danielle’s experience includes roles as a residential support advocate and volunteer coordinator at a safe house for trafficking survivors.