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"What do you do outside of the podcast?" is this month's question, and we decided to break it up into 2 episodes. In this session, we hear from Chris Tuck about what she is involved in and her thoughts about what is important to her.
If you would like to know more or have a question you would like us to explore please contact Chris and Beverley by email:
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Mark O’Sullivan is a writer, actor, comedian, broadcaster and campaigner, best known for his C4 sitcom ‘Lee and Dean’ which he wrote and starred in. He created ITV drama Tell Me Everything which premiered its second season this year. His Channel 4 documentary ‘My Sexual Abuse: The Sitcom’ broadcast in May this year to rave reviews. He joins Chris and Beverley to talk about his documentary and his thoughts behind it.
Since the release of the documentary, Mark has started giving talks on sexual abuse, trauma, and healing through creativity. He has recently launched ‘Making Lemonade’, a project designed to share the transformative power of creating something positive out of the difficult, adverse or traumatic things we experience.
You can view the sitcom/documentary below by clicking on the link and also read Chris’s blog she wrote about it. If you have any feedback or questions you can contact us by emailing:
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/have-you-watched-my-sexual-abuse-the-sitcom-channel-4-by-mark-osullivan/
https://www.channel4.com/press/news/my-sexual-abuse-sitcom-and-my-sexual-abuse-sitcom-actual-sitcom
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Linda Lewis from The Survivors Trust joins Chris and Beverley in opening a conversation about sexual abuse, and domestic abuse in the workplace. Linda is an experienced trainer who works with The Survivors Trust to educate support and raise awareness on how to look out for signs of abuse in the work environment and how to signpost and support. This wonderful work that Linda does enables education and awareness on many levels. If you have any questions or would like to know more:
https://thesurvivorstrust.org/
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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It takes courage to be Vulnerable especially when constantly in survival mode or being strong has kept you safe growing up and being vulnerable equals danger. However, learning to be vulnerable takes courage and can be challenging to discover. What about the other side of vulnerability - when it can be used to manipulate too? Chris and Beverley discuss this during their honest conversation, sharing their own Lived Experiences, and professional perspectives. Join them and let us know your thoughts by contacting us at:
https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/wife-drugged-raped-husband-france_n_66d9eee9e4b00f05eae4f612
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This episode we welcome not 1 but 2 guests to join Chris and Beverley in opening the conversation about child sexual abuse and also perpetrators. Mike Salter is a profesor in Criminology at the University of New South Wales Australia and we welcome back Dr Elle Hanson, our resident Psychiatrist. Together they bring a wealth of knowledge and experience. Mike's profile and expertise include being part of the scientific advisory committee and Board of Directors on the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Disassociation also the Current President of the Grace Tame Foundation. Amongst many other expertise, he is an Expert advisor for Child Protection to the Australian and Canadian Governments in addition to many other non-government agencies. We welcome their thoughts and insights in this very important subject in raising awareness for support and changes in law and protection. If you have any questions please email
https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/michael-salter
https://www.drellyhanson.com/
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Do you ever trust your "Gut" or just know something doesn't feel right and try to find a justification? Chris & Beverley discuss this in a conversation sharing their own Lived Experience together with a Professional Perspective. Let us now your thoughts and email us on:[email protected]
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Chris and Beverley are regularly asked how they cope with everyday life so in this episode they share what has happened recently to them and how they manage it. These conversations are raw, uncut and come from Chris and Beverley's own Lived Experience and professional perspective.
If you have a question you would like to ask contact us on:
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Dr Theresa Redmond is an Associate Professor, researcher and subject specialist in Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation. She joins Chris and Beverley to share her own Lived Experience and professional insights with them in conversation. Her experience also includes being part of the IPPPC (International Policing and Public Protection Research Institute) and being involved in IICSA (Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse).
If you have any questions or would like more information please email:
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Welcoming John O'Brien back for part 3 of our conversation around changes happening now, and in the future was much welcomed by Chris & Beverley. John spoke about IICSA (Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse), a much-needed Child Protection Agency (CPA) and his work with the Lucy Faithful Foundation and the importance of looking, learning, and supporting people from all different aspects of Sexual Abuse and Violence.
Our conversation is uncut, raw and authentic and Chris & Beverley share their own Lived Experience together with their professional insights. Making change happen is important to ensure children grow up in safe environments. If you have any questions or feedback plesae email:
https://www.lucyfaithfull.org.uk/
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Faye Maxted OBE returns a second time to share further insights into the work and her views supporting survivors of sexual abuse within the Survivors Trust and IICSA (Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse). Chris and Beverley welcome her back and continue the conversation to raise awareness and ultimately make changes where possible and stop the silence surrounding abuse. If you have any questions or would like more information please email:
https://thesurvivorstrust.org/
https://www.iicsa.org.uk/
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Chris and Beverley talk about Cultural Differences in Child Sexual Abuse and highlight the current case of Steven Van de Velde convicted rapist of a minor in the UK, who is representing his country in the Paris Olympics 2024. The Dutch volleyball player has caused a lot of controversy. Chris and Beverley share the facts as raised by Emma Jayne Taylor of #NotMyShame. If you have any questions please contact:
https://www.emmajanetaylor.com/
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Gloria Masters was child sex trafficked for the first 16 years of her life. Leased by her father, trained by her grandmother, she had no one willing or able to help her.
Now an esteemed Author, Speaker and Founder: she is the woman behind the Global hand signal for under 16’s, released in 2023, to help resource children and combat abuse and trafficking. Chris & Beverley have an open conversation with Gloria about her work and how she balances her own self care too.
She is the founder of Handing the Shame Back foundation, a charity dedicated to adult survivors of child sexual abuse. She is the host of the YouTube and podcast channel of the same name, now in over 80 countires; presenting interviews and resources designed exclusively for survivors.
She has written 3 books: ‘On Angels Wings’ detailing her childhood, Flightpath to Healing; an experiential guide for adult survivors, and her third book Keeping kids Safe; a roadmap for parents & teachers on how to protect children from grooming and sexual abuse.
If you have any questions you can email:
https://www.handingtheshameback.org/
https://www.youtube.com/@handingtheshameback
https://gloriamasters.com/#/
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Joining Chris and Beverley as this week's guest is Dr Noelle Blackman in a raw, uncut conversation about her work and passion, whilst reflecting on her own journey as she has created change.
Noelle is the former CEO of www.Respond.org.uk and founder member of the Institute of Psychotherapy and Disability (IPD) During her two decades at Respond she gained extensive experience in further developing the practice of psychotherapy with people with intellectual disabilities and in supporting trauma-informed practice and relational approaches in organisations. She is a regular speaker and contributor to national and international symposia and conferences. Her PhD focused on ‘The Use of Psychotherapy in Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities who Have Experienced Bereavement’. Her publications include – The book -Loss and Learning Disability, and recent peer reviwed papers include - Brief report on six clinical cases of trauma in families that have children and adults who have a learning disability and/or are autistic. (Tizard Learning Disability Review) and A survey of complex trauma in families who have children and adults who have a learning disability and/or autism. (Advances in Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities). Her priorities are to work with, organisations, individuals and local regions who wish to be part of the change towards making a more compassionate society.
If you have any questions please email: [email protected]
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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What happens when someone says something that triggers you? Even though you are good friends, what about when you are stressed?
This months "Have You Got 5 Minutes?" answers the question about when communication goes wrong with Chris & Beverley sharing their own Lived Experience mixed with a professional perspective and being raw and authentic.
If you have a question that you want answered please email Chris and Beverley at:
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Faye talks with Chris and Beverley about her role as CEO with The Survivors Trust and why she is passionate about making change happen for victims/survivors of Sexual Abuse/Violence. Faye has also been involved with IICSA (Independent Inquiry Into Child Sexual Abuse) and is a speaker world wide. If you have any questions you would like to ask please email:
https://thesurvivorstrust.org/
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://Stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Chris and Beverley answer a question about recovery and support from Addiction, sharing both Lived Experience and a professional perspective. If you have a question you would like to be featured email
https://na.org/alanonuk
https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
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This episode is part 2 of the conversation between John, Chris and Beverley about his role as secretary in the IICSA (Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse) including other roles in safeguarding children and young people. Be sure to listen to Part 1 first to get the complete recording. If you have any questions please contact:
https://www.iicsa.org.uk/final-report
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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John O'Brien joins Chris and Beverley in this conversation, sharing his experience as Secretary to the ICCSA (Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse). Talking about challenges in setting it up and insight into decisions made about the inquiry. Chris and Beverley also ask him about his own experiences he brings to the setting up of this important project. This episode continues in part 2.
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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Children Do Not Disclose about the abuse of any form is often what we hear mentioned. What if a child or young person is unaware of what is actually happening, or if indeed they have the words to express, or can they really trust an adult Chris and Beverley discuss this and share their thoughts; through Lived Experience and a professional perspective.
What are your thoughts about this? Do you have any experience? We would love to hear from you. Our email is:
https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/
https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk
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