Grace Tame details how her mother threatened to turn her into police
Activist Grace Tame has shared how she escaped to California after having a breakdown in the aftermath of suffering sexual abuse at the hands of her teacher.
TL;DR
- Grace Tame escaped to California at 18 after suffering sexual abuse and experiencing a breakdown.
- In California, she worked on a marijuana farm and engaged in "dodgy situations," living out of her car.
- Her mother flew to the US to rescue her, threatening to report her to the California police over drugs.
- After a confrontation, her mother helped Grace find a job and housing.
- Tame previously revealed she struggled with substance abuse, self-harm, and abusive relationships following her childhood trauma.
- She now uses her experiences to advocate for survivors of sexual assault and raise awareness.