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Deanna Hynes endured sexual abuse from her biological father throughout her childhood. While she found the courage to tell at 13 years old, her cries for help were ignored by her mother, and Deanna stopped asking for help and buried the family secret. After 7 years of silence, Deanna disclosed to her boyfriend, which began her journey of advocacy and education. Since 2014, Deanna has presented to over 150,000 on sexual abuse through Erin’s Law. Between 2018 and 2019, Deanna’s father was convicted and sentenced to a total of 60 years for the abuse against her sister and accepted a 6-year plea agreement for the abuse against Deanna, ending a 4-year court process to seek justice. While being a fierce advocate for victims and survivors, Deanna is also a mom, wife, and sometimes runner! She is ecstatic to be a part the Childhood Victories team and to empower more children to use their voice.  (Travels from Illinois).