Experience a powerful night of storytelling, healing and connection as Left Write Hook comes to Benalla on Monday 20 April. Presented by Centre Against Violence, this special event features a screening of the award-winning documentary followed by an insightful live Q&A—and a free workshop the next day designed to support recovery and resilience.
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Left Write Hook is a groundbreaking, trauma-informed program that combines creative writing with non-contact boxing, offering survivors a unique pathway to healing. The documentary captures the journeys of female and gender-diverse survivors of childhood sexual abuse as they reclaim their voices, rebuild strength, and find connection through shared experience.
Join the Benalla screening on Monday 20 April at the Benalla Cinema Centre for an evening that goes beyond film. Stay for a live Q&A featuring filmmakers, program leaders and participants, offering a rare opportunity to hear firsthand stories of courage, recovery and transformation.
Then on Tuesday, take the next step with a free, hands-on workshop. Designed specifically for victim-survivors, this supportive session introduces the powerful combination of writing and movement at the heart of Left Write Hook—helping participants reconnect with their bodies, express their stories, and build strength in a safe, inclusive space.
This is more than an event—it’s a chance to be part of a growing movement creating safer, stronger, and more connected communities across regional Victoria.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness the impact of storytelling, movement and community. Secure your place, bring a friend, and be part of the conversation.
