She heard it said that one person can make a difference, and so she did

About Gloria Masters

She is an inspiration who has transformed her life from trauma into grace. She is known across the world for her dedication and commitment to preventing child sexual abuse, and supporting survivors. She is motivational, wise and practical in her solutions to trauma. She is also an author, speaker, founder and global voice committed to breaking the deafening silence on these issues.

Recognition

  • Reached survivors in over 125 countries through the Handing the Shame Back podcast

  • Over 22 million views of her story and videos across global social media

  • Author of three published books, including an award-winning international child protection resource

  • Featured internationally across leading media outlets, podcasts, and interviews

  • Described as “inspirational, courageous, and deeply impactful” by leaders and organisations worldwide

Book cover image with an airplane on a runway at sunset, titled 'Flightpath to Healing' by Gloria Masters, about healing from childhood sexual abuse.
Book cover titled "On Angels Wings" by Gloria Masters, with a background image of angel wings in shades of blue and white.
Book cover titled "Keeping Kids Safe" with a subtitle "A Roadmap for Parents, Teachers & Others," featuring two red location pins connected by a dotted white line, and the author's name "Gloria Masters."

On Angels’ Wings: My Flight from Trauma to Grace
Gloria’s her memoir

Flightpath to Healing: A Guide for Adult Survivors of CSA
An experiential guide for survivors

Keeping Kids Safe: A Roadmap for Parents, Teachers & Others
An award-winning global child protection resource

A woman with gray hair smiling, wearing a black blazer over a burgundy shirt, standing outdoors with green blurred foliage in the background.

Gloria was born and raised in New Zealand, where she endured 16 years of sexual, physical, and psychological abuse at the hands of her father and grandmother. From the underworld of her father’s paedophile ring to the groups he trafficked her to, she found an inner strength and a light that could not be destroyed.

Today her leadership and advocacy are global. As Founder and CEO of the Handing the Shame Back Foundation, she supports the 1 in 3 adults worldwide who have experienced child sexual abuse. She also hosts survivor interviews and creates resources for survivors and their supporters, reaching millions across social media.

Gloria launched the Global Hand Sign for Under 16s, a silent cry for help for unsafe children, and initiated Global Awareness Day (June 16), dedicated to adult survivors. Her story and resources continue to spark hope and across the globe.

Recognised internationally as an inspirational keynote speaker, she delivers powerful presentations to conferences, and organisations, alongside tailored coaching for survivors, families, and educators. Her work is described as courageous, insightful, and inspirational, encouraging prevention, healing, and awareness wherever she speaks.

Gloria’s work shines light into darkness and creates pathways for healing and prevention.

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