COLUMBUS, Ohio — Even as she struggled for 700 days in a hospital bed, Judy Malinowski was determined to share her story in her own words, before she died.
In August 2015, Malinowski's ex-boyfriend doused her in gasoline and set her on fire. When she eventually died from her injuries, she left behind a legacy to make sure no other domestic violence victim knew her pain. Her story was vital in enacting state legislation to bring tougher penalties in cases where a victim is disfigured or incapacitated.
This week, 10TV sat down with Judy’s family members to discuss the latest efforts with the foundation set up in her name and to learn more about the national recognition received for the documentary Judy’s Story: The Fire That Took Her.
It has just received a 2023 Gracie Award.
There are early screenings starting next month for the documentary of her story. Following each screening, there will be panel discussions with people who are working to make changes for victims of domestic violence. The panel will consist of a politician, a police officer, or someone from the department and a social worker/survivor.
Here is the tentative schedule with locations:
May 4 (Tentative 2 p.m.) - Hocking College
May 11 at 5 p.m. - Turnpoint Church Groveport
May 16 at 5 p.m. - Logan Church
May 17 or 19 - Ohio State
The best place to follow the list of showings, especially if more are added, is at the website for Judy’s Foundation. Visit that here.