Episode 1 - Jade
Join us as Abi Thomas meets amazing women who have all been through the Own My Life Course, a 12 session course which enables women who have been subjected to abuse to regain ownership of their lives.
Be aware that you will hear painful stories of many types of abuse during these episodes. But you will also hear a lot of joy - and we make no apology for that!
Today we meet the wonderful Jade. We hear about:
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Acts of resistance.
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The Biderman Behaviours (PDF HERE).
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The impact of abusers on children and family.
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The frustrations of seeking justice in the court system.
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How to support women who are being subjected to abuse.
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How Own My Life empowers women to support each other and move forward.
Further Reading and Resources:
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Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft
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Eve Was Framed by Helena Kennedy
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Biderman Behaviours (Image HERE)
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Counter Parenting resource HERE
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Dreams Deferred research HERE (includes data on men’s reproductive coercion of women)
More information about Own My Life:
You may realise as you listen that you, or someone you know, needs help or support to get safe. The National Domestic Abuse Helpline is on 0808 2000 247. If you have concerns that a man is behaving in an unsafe way to a partner you can contact the Respect Perpetrator Phoneline on 0800 802 4040.
Music: Untamed (Instrumental Version) used with permission and our thanks to Ludlów.