Alison is a renowned International inspirational speaker. Her story is a riveting drama of how a courageous woman found the inner strength to triumph over intense physical and emotional trauma.

Courage which allowed her to transcend and transform a devastating experience into something positively life-affirming. Alison's refusal to become a victim continues to inspire people all over the world.

In December 1994, Alison was abducted outside her home by two men who raped, stabbed and disembowelled her, finally slashing her throat 16 times to make sure she was dead. No-one could have believed that anyone with such severe injuries could live but, miraculously, she did.

The manner in which she survived, her inner strength and determination, her lack of bitterness, and her serenity and humility captured the attention of South Africa and the world. In 1995, she was awarded the prestigious Rotarian Paul Harris Award for 'Courage Beyond the Norm'.

In the same year she was the first recipient of the Femina magazine's 'Woman of Courage' award. She was also chosen as Port Elizabeth's Citizen of the Year at a glittering ceremony.

"No matter the circumstances, you always control your attitude, your beliefs and the choices you make.."

Alison

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