Episode 17: Meet CJ Scarlet: Badass Grandma and Award Winning Author of Badass Parenting Books

Writers Series

CJ Scarlet, aka the Badass Grandma, is a danger expert and author of books that help parents empower their kids to avoid predators and escape from dangerous situations. She knows first-hand how violence can destroy lives. A survivor of childhood abuse and teen sexual assault, CJ spent years dealing with the emotional aftermath of her experience. After taking her power back, she became an advocate for others who had been victimized, running a child advocacy center and serving as Director of Victims Issues for the North Carolina Attorney General’s Office. Over her 30 years as a victim advocate, CJ has helped thousands of survivors claim their power too. The former roller-skating carhop, forest firefighter, and U.S. Marine photojournalist holds a master’s degree in human violence. Named one of the “Happy 100” people on the planet, CJ’s story of triumph over adversity is featured in several bestselling books. Credit: CJ Scarlet.