Pastor Seth Shelley takes us on an emotional and at times difficult journey about male sexual violence. He brings forward his own story of sexual assault to ask men to open up about their personal stories too. 


Graduating from Summit Pacific Bible College in 2012 with a BA in Religion, Seth has pastored in Western Canada for the past five years. Currently he is the Associate Pastor at Timbers Community Church in Prince George, BC, where his role is to provide counselling services, preform weddings and funerals, organize events for the community and a variety of other things. 


This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

Seth Shelley: Men need to talk about their sexual abuse | Seth Shelley | TEDxUNBC

Men need to talk about their sexual abuse | Seth Shelley | TEDxUNBC

Facing childhood sexual abuse, a narrative of strength versus vulnerability emerges, challenging societal views on masculinity.

One in six males endure sexual violence, yet stigma clouds the reality. Acknowledging this is vital for community healing.

Sharing personal stories of abuse isn't weakness but a path to reclaim identity and foster community understanding and support.