Empowering Voices
Engage with Jasvinder Sanghera's Thought-Provoking Talks
Although Jasvinder is the arrowhead in the fight against forced marriage and honour-based abuse, she is much more than this and speaks to victims and survivors of a range of abuses and injustices. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking talks and delve into her inspiring presentations and discover the power of resilience and advocacy. These captivating talks offer valuable insights, connect with Jasvinder’s powerful message, and inspire action for a more just and equitable world.
Jasvinder is willing to share her journey including overcoming obstacles and has spoken across all audiences from government, statutory/voluntary sectors, Women’s Institute to Trade Unions, Ofsted, legal professionals, police and many more and is able to design bespoke presentations to specific audiences.
Jasvinder's Expertise and Experience:
Jasvinder is a renowned speaker who uses her tone and words to inspire and captivate audiences in a relatable way. She does not shy away from sharing her life experiences with a desire for others to feel empowered, able, and educated. She is an advocate and activist who has dedicated her life to challenging forced marriage, and honour-based abuse and acting as an advocated representing the voices of under-represented victims and survivors. As the founder of Karma Nirvana, a ground-breaking charity that provides support and assistance to survivors, she has gained unparalleled insights into the realities of these harmful practices. Jasvinder has acted as an Independent Chair of Safeguarding for the children’s partnership for city of Leeds. This included scrutinising the efficacy of child safeguarding systems and processes across the city including education, policing and social services and she influenced national changes within the statutory guidance underpinning child protection, Working Together 2023.
Jasvinder’s extensive experience as a speaker, presenter, and public figure has given her the platform to share her powerful message with audiences worldwide, advocating for change at national and international forums
Varying Talk Topics
Jasvinder’s talks encompass a diverse range of topics, offering a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by victims and survivors from all walks of life. She shares her insight into, root causes of these issues, and the potential solutions. She delves into personal narratives of resilience, drawing from her own experiences to inspire others. She also explores the societal and cultural factors that contribute to forced marriage and honour-based abuse, challenging harmful norms and traditions. Additionally, Jasvinder provides global perspectives on these issues, highlighting the prevalence and impact of forced marriage and honour-based abuse across different cultures and regions.
Jasvinder coined the term that..
‘Cultural acceptance does not mean accepting the unacceptable’
to ensure abusive cultural practices are recognised as clear safeguarding concerns.
Brief Talk Descriptions
The Power of Surviving Forced Marriage
This talk delves into the personal experiences of survivors, showcasing their resilience and strength in the face of adversity. Jasvinder shares powerful stories of individuals who have overcome immense challenges, offering hope and inspiration to others facing similar struggles.
Unveiling the Roots of Honour-Based Abuse
This talk explores the societal and cultural factors that contribute to honour-based abuse, challenging harmful misconceptions and stereotypes. Jasvinder examines the impact of gender inequality, family dynamics, and cultural pressures, advocating for a shift in societal norms that uphold individual rights and freedoms.
Global Perspectives on Forced Marriage
This talk highlights the prevalence and impact of forced marriage across different cultures and regions. Jasvinder presents global statistics, shares international case studies, and discusses the challenges of addressing forced marriage in diverse contexts, advocating for international collaboration and collective action.
How to live in the present
This talk reflects on Jasvinder ’s personal journey and how she is able to live in the present. Jasvinder will draw on lessons she has learned including both personally and professionally during those times when you must raise your head above the parapet for good. This includes her experience of being one of the first women to report sexual harassment against a member of the House of Lords. After a painful family history and 40 years facing rejection, she shares how she lives a life that is authentic and true to herself. She shares her professional journey as founder of the charity Karma Nirvana, the obstacles, including risks consisting of death threats.
The ability to shape our own destinies, despite the challenges and hardships we may face
This talk serves as a reminder that we all have the ability to shape our own destinies, despite the challenges and hardships we may face. Jasvinder shares with conviction how living in the present is an ongoing process. It requires constant self-reflection, the willingness to let go of the past, and the courage to step out of your comfort zone. But most importantly, it requires the strength to be true to yourself, even when the world or your fears tell you otherwise.
Statutory Providers
This talk discusses forced marriage, honor-based abuse, and child marriage and presents real-life case studies. The speaker, Jasvinder, explores how families operate honor systems and the risks they pose to victims. She explains how agencies should and should not respond, including the use of relevant legislation. This presentation is suitable for statutory providers seeking to understand these issues and how to address them in a safeguarding context. She will dispel the myths that these abuses are supported by religion, tradition and/or culture.
