Catherine Fitzpatrick is the Founder and Director of Flequity Ventures, an independent consultancy that helps businesses improve outcomes for their customers experiencing vulnerability, delivering social impact at scale.

With more than two decades of experience in diverse roles across ASX-listed companies, the not-for-profit sector, government, and journalism, Catherine has helped to transform bank responses to domestic and financial abuse. As an author, adviser, and advocate, she inspires fresh thinking to stop financial and essential services from being used as weapons of coercive control.

Catherine believes products can be redesigned to disrupt financial abuse and to address gender bias and inequality - helping to close the economic gap for women.

In this episode, Tory and Catherine Fitzpatrick discuss the topic of financial abuse, which is often overlooked or misunderstood, and share personal insights. They explore what financial abuse is, the warning signs, and the impact it has on victims. Catherine shares her personal motivation for advocating for systematic change and disrupting financial abuse. They also discuss the role of banks and institutions in supporting victims and preventing financial abuse. 

Key takeaways
Financial abuse is a form of domestic and family violence where one person controls another through their access to money.
Warning signs of financial abuse include limited access to money, being given an allowance, or having to perform certain tasks to receive money.
It can be difficult for victims to recognize financial abuse, but friends, family, and colleagues may notice changes in behavior or financial patterns.
Seeking help is crucial for victims of financial abuse, and there are organizations like 1800RESPECT that provide support and guidance.
Banks and institutions can help prevent financial abuse by offering safe products and services and providing support to victims.
It can take multiple attempts for victims to leave abusive relationships, and support from friends, family, and professionals is essential.
Raising awareness and taking action can contribute to ending financial abuse and supporting victims in their journey to safety and empowerment.

Connect with Catherine: www.flequity.au

Connect with Tory: powerful-steps.com 

Catherine Fitzpatrick is the Founder and Director of Flequity Ventures, an independent consultancy that helps businesses improve outcomes for their customers experiencing vulnerability, delivering social impact at scale. With more than two decades of experience in diverse roles across ASX-listed companies, the not-for-profit sector, government, and journalism, Catherine has helped to transform bank responses to domestic and financial abuse. As an author, adviser, and advocate, she inspires fresh thinking to stop financial and essential services from being used as weapons of coercive control. Catherine believes products can be redesigned to disrupt financial abuse and to address gender bias and inequality - helping to close the economic gap for women.
In this episode, Tory and Catherine Fitzpatrick discuss the topic of financial abuse, which is often overlooked or misunderstood, and share personal insights. They explore what financial abuse is, the warning signs, and the impact it has on victims. Catherine shares her personal motivation for advocating for systematic change and disrupting financial abuse. They also discuss the role of banks and institutions in supporting victims and preventing financial abuse. 
Key takeaways
<ul>
<li>Financial abuse is a form of domestic and family violence where one person controls another through their access to money.</li>
<li>Warning signs of financial abuse include limited access to money, being given an allowance, or having to perform certain tasks to receive money.</li>
<li>It can be difficult for victims to recognize financial abuse, but friends, family, and colleagues may notice changes in behavior or financial patterns.</li>
<li>Seeking help is crucial for victims of financial abuse, and there are organizations like 1800RESPECT that provide support and guidance.</li>
<li>Banks and institutions can help prevent financial abuse by offering safe products and services and providing support to victims.</li>
<li>It can take multiple attempts for victims to leave abusive relationships, and support from friends, family, and professionals is essential.</li>
<li>Raising awareness and taking action can contribute to ending financial abuse and supporting victims in their journey to safety and empowerment.</li>
</ul>
Connect with Catherine: <a href="https://www.flequity.au/" data-test-app-aware-link="">www.flequity.au</a>
Connect with Tory: <a href="http://www.powerful-steps.com/">powerful-steps.com </a>

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Powerful Stories with Tory Archbold. One of Australia&rsquo;s top female entrepreneurs and CEOs, Tory Archbold knows that just as our stories have the power to shape us, so we have the power to shape our stories. Having attained global recognition through her businesses Torstar and Powerful Steps, now Tory is stepping back to connect with the powerful stories of extraordinary women&mdash;their highs and lows, near misses and great wins. From entrepreneurs to CEOs to influencers and beyond, women open up to Tory about the powerful steps they&rsquo;ve taken, and the sacrifices they&rsquo;ve made, to achieve their business goals. These compelling stories aren&rsquo;t just great listening. They invite listeners to step up and take hold of their own power. Find out more at <a href="https://powerfulsteps.com.au/">www.powerful-steps.com</a>

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Powerful Stories with Tory Archbold

Powerful Stories with Tory Archbold. One of Australia&rsquo;s top female entrepreneurs and CEOs, Tory Archbold knows that just as our stories have the power to shape us, so we have the power to shape our stories. Having attained global recognition through her businesses Torstar and Powerful Steps, now Tory is stepping back to connect with the powerful stories of extraordinary women&mdash;their highs and lows, near misses and great wins. From entrepreneurs to CEOs to influencers and beyond, women open up to Tory about the powerful steps they&rsquo;ve taken, and the sacrifices they&rsquo;ve made, to achieve their business goals. These compelling stories aren&rsquo;t just great listening. They invite listeners to step up and take hold of their own power. Find out more at <a href="http://www.powerful-steps.com">www.powerful-steps.com</a>

In this episode, Tory and Catherine Fitzpatrick discuss the topic of financial abuse, which is often overlooked or misunderstood. They explore what financial abuse is, the warning signs, and the impact it has on victims. Catherine shares her personal motivation for advocating for systematic change and disrupting financial abuse. They also discuss the role of banks and institutions in supporting victims and preventing financial abuse. The conversation highlights the importance of seeking help and the challenges faced by victims in leaving abusive relationships. They emphasize the need for awareness, support, and action to address this issue.

The Challenges of Leaving an Abusive Relationship  with Catherine Fitzpatrick

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