In this episode of Connect with Confidence, Kerrie Phipps takes us behind the scenes of Defence Kidz with the inspiring Hayley Boswell. Hayley, a lawyer, youth worker, and veteran spouse, shares her journey from creating a simple book for her daughter to founding a transformative initiative supporting thousands of military families.

Hayley opens up about her personal experiences as a Defence spouse and the challenges she faced while navigating deployments and parenting alone. These experiences led her to create Defence Kidz, starting with a book for her daughter, Evie, to help her understand her father's absences. This heartfelt project has now grown into a series that has reached over 17,000 families, with support from organizations like the Royal Australian Navy and Defence Bank.

In this candid conversation, Hayley discusses the expansion of Defence Kidz, including new books, exciting partnerships with Cheeky Little Media, and the creation of cartoons that change lives. She also shares her belief in divine guidance and the unwavering support of her community, which have been pivotal in her journey.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The origins of Defence Kidz and how Hayley’s experiences as a Defence spouse shaped her mission.
• The journey from a single book to a comprehensive support network for military families.
• The role of partnerships with Cheeky Little Media and other organizations in expanding Defence Kidz.
• How faith and community support have helped Hayley overcome challenges and setbacks.

Resources Mentioned:

• Defence Kidz
• Cheeky Little Media
• Royal Australian Navy
• Defence Bank
• Open Arms

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