Geraldine Coy - Brave Truth: Powerful untold stories of the struggle for post-apartheid freedom.

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Geraldine is one of the people I will always value knowing, working with and getting to know over a long period of time.

Geraldine has many skills but it is the combination of skill, passion and principle, overlaid with compassion that enables her to deliver outstanding results. I am pleased to see that she has shared her thoughts and experiences with others in this book.

Terry Murph
Publisher of the Achievement Process
Walton-on-Thames, UK

A thought-provoking read that demonstrates the challenge, and at times loneliness, of the leadership role. Geraldines shared thoughts and experiences during a time of extraordinary history and change, show that being true to yourself, those close to you, and those against you, is difficult and confronting, but will ultimately be seen to be the right thing to do. This book shows that Geraldine made a difference and inspires others to do the same.

Sean Jameson
Manager Human Resources
Taxi Services Commission

You meet people every day that talk about caring about some issue or another, but very rarely do you meet someone who takes action to do something about what they care for. Geraldine is one of those rare people. We would describe Geraldine as courageous, tenacious, curious and authentic. Often there is a personal expense for those individuals who refuse to look away, who dont hesitate to voice the injustice they see. Geraldine has paid personally for what she has confronted which has made her stronger. Congratulations Geraldine.

Lynn Johnson and Peter Lanius,
Directors of Leadership Mastery Pty Ltd

If youve ever faced a difficult decision in your life then this book will inspire you. Its a true story of really being tested, having the courage of your convictions and then making a tough decision that would be significantly life changing. Geraldine and her family did all of that and have come out the other side all the better for all theyve experienced.

This path has made Geraldine a strong and courageous leader who shows resilience and humility and in so doing, inspires those around her to achieve great things.

Maria Zerella,
Manager Learning and Development, WorkSafe Victoria

I had the extreme good fortune to work with Geraldine in South Africa during the 1990s. This was a time of immense transition, as the weakening tentacles of the old South Africa fought to retain some meaningful influence in the new. Conflict before and after Mandelas inauguration continued at various levels and across different parts of society.

During this unpredictable time Geraldine was intimately involved in resolving conflict between rival parties. Her conciliation and mediation work was inspiring and often unique.

She worked tirelessly to bring disputing factions together by showing them why compromise made sense and how it could work. At other times her active mind and creative flair lead to win-win outcomes that no one would have believed possible - least of all the combatants.

Her personal power is driven by her unbounded energy and endless enthusiasm. She refuses to be distracted by problems or deterred by obstacles. She works through, over, under and around them. That she has recently committed herself to writing this book at this time makes perfect sense.

Steve Woods.
CEO - The Achievement Network Africa

In a world where we are all too politically correct, it is refreshing to meet people like Geraldine driven by passion and purpose. She has shown great courage to recount the stories of those who battled for a greater cause than themselves. Leaders are what make this world turn around by their cause, their purpose, their compassion for others. This is what has inspired me personally about Geraldine and her story. Someone needs to tell this powerful and often painful story. I thank Geraldine for having the guts to help many people have closure and for others to learn and be inspired. Inspired by overcomers such as Geraldine and others who took a stand against great adversity for the betterment of us all.

Wayne Dyson, Director, Bridgeworks

Geraldine Coy, author of Brave Truth, will take the reader on a journey of resilience and courage that will show the strength of character needed in overcoming adversity.

This true story powerfully tells of the struggle for post-apartheid freedom and gives insights into the depth of violence and the retributions that came from that.

This book will grip the reader and hold you enthralled with its thought provoking and powerful story. It will inspire and touch your heart, leading you to achieve greater things.

Brave Truth is aptly named, as indeed the author is very brave in portraying her incredible life-changing story that will challenge the reader to rise up and overcome adversities faced.

Karen Scott
Author, Speaker, Success Coach

All the information, techniques, skills and concepts contained within this publication are of the nature of general comment only and are not in any way recommended as individual advice. The intent is to offer a variety of information to provide a wider range of choices now and in the future, recognising that we all have widely diverse circumstances and viewpoints.

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First Edition 2013

Copyright 2013 Geraldine Coy

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National Library of Australia

Cataloguing-in-Publication entry:
Coy, Geraldine, author

Brave Truth: Powerful Untold Stories of the Struggle for Post-Apartheid Freedom / Geraldine Coy.

1st ed.
ISBN: 9781742983820 (ePub, Mobi)

Post-apartheid era South Africa.
Apartheid South Africa.
Human rights South Africa.
South Africa Race relations.
South Africa Politics and government 20th century.
South Africa Social conditions 20th century.

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