Lilia Tarawa is a #1 best-selling author and transformational speaker from New Zealand. Drawing from her experiences growing up in the religious cult Gloriavale, she spotlights human rights, the path of reclaiming one’s identity and thriving post-abuse.
Lilia’s book Daughter of Gloriavale: My Life in a Religious Cult has gained widespread recognition. Her TEDxTalk ‘I Grew up in a Cult. It Was Heaven — and Hell’ garnered praise from audiences worldwide.
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