Using Film to Inspire Hope, Empower Survivors, and Break the Cycle of Domestic Violence


Jillian Bullock is an award-winning filmmaker, speaker, author, vegan athlete, and domestic violence survivor and advocate. Through storytelling and public speaking, she is dedicated to educating communities, empowering survivors, and creating meaningful conversations that inspire healing and change.


Her upcoming feature film, Rebirth, is more than a movie—it is a movement designed to raise awareness about domestic violence while highlighting the resilience, courage, and hope that make healing possible.



As filmmaker, Jillian tackles tough subject matters, like domestic violence, but as a feature film director, she also knows how to create movies that are empowering, educational and entertaining. 

Jillian’s Mission


  • Raise awareness about domestic violence and its impact on individuals, families, and communities.
  • Encourage survivors to seek help and recognize that healing is possible.
  • Educate audiences about healthy relationships, resilience, and recovery.
  • Reduce stigma by fostering honest, compassionate conversations.
  • Connect communities with organizations that provide life-changing support and resources.

Benefits of Partnership to Your Organization


Partnering with Rebirth provides opportunities to:


  • Increase awareness of your organization's services and mission.
  • Engage your community through meaningful educational programming.
  • Provide survivors with an inspiring message of resilience and hope.
  • Expand community outreach and strengthen collaborative partnerships.
  • Demonstrate your commitment to ending domestic violence and supporting survivors.

Why Book Jillian Bullock As A Speaker?


Jillian brings a unique perspective that combines lived experience with professional storytelling. As a domestic violence survivor, she connects with audiences through authenticity, compassion, and determination. Her journey reflects the central message of Rebirth: while trauma can change a life, it does not have to define it.

Through her presentations, Jillian gives audiences, employers, employees, management, or individuals the tools and methods necessary to overcome adversity, heal from trauma, and transform their lives.

Speaking Topics for Organizations, Seminars or Events


1. Love Shouldn't Hurt

Don’t Ever Confused Pain For Love.

Overview: Many abusive relationships don't begin with physical violence—they begin with subtle manipulation, control, isolation, and emotional abuse. This presentation teaches audiences how to recognize the warning signs early and make informed decisions before abuse escalates.


Audience Will Learn

  • Early warning signs of unhealthy relationships 
  • Emotional and psychological abuse 
  • Gaslighting and manipulation tactics 
  • Why victims stay 
  • How to safely escape an abusive relationship
  • Resources and next steps


2. Red Flag Warning Signs

Recognize Them. Trust Them. Act on Them.

Overview: Abusers often follow predictable behavioral patterns. Understanding these patterns before you get involved can literally save your life. 


Audience Will Learn

  • The most overlooked warning signs 
  • Controlling behaviors disguised as love 
  • Digital stalking and technology abuse 
  • Isolation tactics 
  • Financial abuse 
  • Escalation patterns 
  • Creating a personal safety plan before entering a relationship


3. Use Your Mind as a Weapon

The Most Powerful Form of Self-Defense

Overview: Your greatest weapon isn't your fists—it's your mind. Learning awareness, confidence, and decision-making can prevent dangerous situations before they happen.

Audience Will Learn

  • Situational awareness 
  • Reading body language 
  • Recognizing danger before it escalates 
  • Confidence as a deterrent 
  • Setting healthy boundaries 
  • Decision-making under stress


4. Fit To Fight To Have A Safe Life

Overview: Physical fitness isn't just about appearance—it's about confidence, strength, resilience, self-esteem, and preparedness.

Combining boxing, martial arts, fitness, mindset, and real-world safety strategies, Jillian empowers women to become stronger both mentally and physically. 


This Includes:

  • Fitness for everyday health and safety 
  • Confidence through movement 
  • Why predators seek vulnerable targets 
  • The psychology of confidence 
  • Strength training for real life 
  • Developing a fighter's mindset


5. Safety Tips Every Woman Should Know

Simple Strategies That Could Save Your Life

A practical presentation full of immediately useful tips.


Topics include:

  • Parking lot safety 
  • Traveling alone 
  • Running safety
  • Hotel safety 
  • Online dating safety 
  • Rideshare safety 
  • Home security 
  • Situational awareness 
  • Trusting your instincts 
  • Emergency preparedness 


6. Turning Pain Into Purpose

Finding strength after trauma. Jillian shares how adversity can become the foundation for purpose, leadership and service.

Topics include:

  • Overcoming adversity 
  • Resilience 
  • Mental strength 
  • Purpose-driven living 
  • Personal transformation 
  • Hope and healing 


7. How Domestic Violence Affects Your Company

Overview: Domestic violence is often viewed as a personal or family issue, but it has significant consequences for businesses, corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. It affects workplace productivity, employee well-being, high healthcare costs, reduced productivity, increased errors, and lower team performance.


Topics include:

  • Establish clear domestic violence workplace policies. 
  • Train managers to recognize warning signs. 
  • Provide confidential reporting options. 
  • Promote Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). 
  • Offer flexible leave and scheduling when appropriate. 
  • Develop workplace safety plans. 
  • Foster a workplace culture where employees feel safe seeking help.


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National Economic Impact & Domestic Violence

The economic burden extends well beyond individual companies:

  • A CDC analysis estimated the lifetime economic burden of intimate partner violence at nearly $3.6 trillion in the United States, including approximately $1.3 trillion in lost productivity. 
  • Another CDC study found victims lose an average of 4.9 productive workdays, contributing to an estimated $110 billion in lifetime productivity losses across all victims. 


Example Financial Impact For Your Company

Company Size

100 employees

500 employees

1,000 employees

5,000 employees

If 5% of Employees Are Affected

5 employees

25 employees

50 employees

250 employees

Estimated Annual Cost

$30,000–$50,000+

$150,000–$250,000+

$300,000–$500,000+

$1.5–$2.5 million+

🎤 Partial List of Places Jillian Has Spoken



  • Women in Entertainment – Mental Health Discussion
  • John P. Stevens High School 
  • Invisible Wounds Conference, Rutgers University
  • Temple University
  • Women Veterans Center
  • Community College of Philadelphia
  • Philly Black List (Writers’ Group)
  • Dress For Success, Pittsburgh
  • Police Athletic League (PAL)
  • Hannah’s House
  • Chester Community Fair
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Girls Scouts of America
  • Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
  • B’nai Israel Ohey Zedek Congregation
  • Greater Philadelphia Film Office (Film Panel workshop)
  • PECO Energy