Elisha Bonnis - Forging Your Own Justice Path

Elisha Bonnis - Forging Your Own Justice Path Resources for SurvivorsSA Survivor Resource Document - This document contains Canadian, U.S, and global sources to find guidance, information, and aid for survivors of sexual assault. Detailed descriptions of each resource within the document.The EpisodeElisha tells Jane about finding a way to use the civil litigation system to hold her assailant accountable after the criminal system failed her. Listen to Episode 6 - I Went Through the Justice System and All I Got was a Branded Stress Ball: thedefendants.substack.com/episode-6-i-went-through-the-justice to hear more about the imperfect paths survivors can choose in the aftermath of justice, and how the civil system is one of them. Elisha made the unusual choice of choosing the civil litigation system even though there wouldn't be a monetary reward at the end. She did this to demonstrate the flaws in the system and to force accountability. Her case went to trial and is now going to the appeals court in British Colombia. It is scheduled for March 18, 2027.More Reading on Elisha:Article on her first trial being canceledHer story on GoFundMeSupport This ProjectYOU are how this project will grow. By listening you are helping new ideas and conversations take shape - both on the podcast, amongst your friends and beyond. Thank you for being here.If our conversation with Marlee resonated with you, or if you learnt something new, here are a few of the ways you can support us:Subscribe on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcastsLeave a 5 star review - it helps more people discover the showBecome a paid Substack subscriber. Access bonus episodes, subscriber only content and feel extra good knowing that your paid support helps us to continue the conversations we're having.Make a one-time donation. Visit: https://buymeacoffee.com/thedefendantsShare with a friend and help grow the conversationGet in TouchWe’d love to hear from you. Do you have a question or an idea for the show? A story you’d like to share? Is there a person, organisation or business you think we should connect with?Email: defendantspodoutreach@protonmail.comInstagram: @thedefendantspodcast | @jane_aster_roeMedia Appearances: daltonhiggins@gmail.com