Podcasts about survivors trust

Sean 'Diddy' Combs, a man who is without doubt one of the biggest names and cultural figures in the hip hop world.But his spotlight has shifted, from music, film and fashion to a New York court.Combs is charged with one count of racketeering conspiracy, two counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.If he is convicted, he could end up spending the rest of his life behind bars.As the first week of his trial draws to a close, US Court reporter Phil Hirschkorn and Washington Producer Aisha Kherallah tell Lucy Watson, what you need to know....------Support for sexual abuse victims and mental health helplinesRape Crisis England & Wales runs a rape and sexual abuse support line - you can call the helpline on 0808 500 2222 or use the online chat (both are free and are open 24 hours a day, every day of the year)The Survivors Trust resources site is an online platform designed to offer survivor-led resources and practical tools to help people affected by sexual violence and abuse, and their supporters navigate their journey of healing. You can contact their helpline on 08088 010818Samaritans operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year, by calling 116 123. If you prefer to write down how you're feeling, or if you're worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.orgPapyrus offers support for children and young people under the age of 35 over the phone on 0800 068 41 41 between 9am and midnight every day of the year. If you would rather text you can do so on 07786 209697 or send an email to pat@papyrus-uk.orgMind also offers mental health support between 9am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. You can call them on 0300 123 3393 or text them on 86463. There is also lots of information available on their website.

A torrent of posts from X owner Elon Musk has thrown an unexpected spotlight on the issue of historical grooming gangs in the last week.     In the early 2010s, dozens of men, the majority of British Pakistani origin, were convicted of crimes including rape, sex trafficking, and child sexual exploitation that had gone undetected for years. The true number of victims is still unknown.     On today's Daily, Niall Paterson is joined by our home editor Jason Farrell and Lucy Duckworth, from the Survivors Trust, herself a survivor of child abuse, to explain why the recommendations of numerous inquiries into the failings that allowed the abuse to go on for years have still not been implemented.   The Survivors Trust runs a free, confidential national helpline 7 days a week for survivors of rape or sexual abuse and violence aged 16+. You can call 0808 801 0818 or text 07860 022 956 for support.   Producer: Soila Apparicio  Editor: Philly Beaumont  

If you need professional help the following helplines are available FREE & are staffed 24/7 Rape Crisis 080850022 Scotland it is 08088010302 National Domestic Abuse (Refuge) 08082000247 National MALE Survivor 08088005005 Victim Support 08081689111 Samaritans 116123 Safeline 01926402 Survivors Trust 08088010818 also available on Free Text 07860022956 FLARE_survivor is where you can access Carols support group on Facebook and Instagram Join below: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/flare_survivor/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1053736892869609   In this weeks episode of the Success School podcast, Carol Whiteley joins Matt Hall to share her extremely difficult story of survival and strength.   Make sure you hit that subscribe button and tune in every Wednesday for a brand-new episode on Spotify, Apple podcasts and YouTube.   Follow Matt Hall at: Instagram: www.instagram.com/matthallofficial/  TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@matthallofficial11   Follow Carol Whiteley at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carol.whiteley1/ 

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:   breakingthecycletostepforward@gmail.com https://thesurvivorstrust.org/ https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/ https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk  

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: BreakingTheCycleToStepForward@gmail.com   https://thesurvivorstrust.org/ https://www.iicsa.org.uk/ https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/ https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk  

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: BreakingTheCycleToStepForward@gmail.com https://thesurvivorstrust.org/ https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/ https://Stepforwardpractice.co.uk  

Dino Nocivelli is a leading lawyer in the field of child sexual abuse cases and joins Chris and Beverley in this episode. He is a member of the Association of Child Abuse Lawyers and an ambassador for the Survivors Trust and Kyniska. In addition he provided evidence to the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) and has been asked to comment extensively upon the Inquiry by many national newspapers and other media outlets. Appearing in media publications providing his expert opinion and commentary, including the BBC News and Radio, ITV, LBC Radio, and some national and local newspapers including articles for the Guardian and the Times.   Dino continues to provide his expert opinion to many international media outlets, and regularly provides external training sessions on child abuse law and conducts numerous charity talks every year. Dino continues to campaign to change the law on numerous matters, including: mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse offences, including sport coaches, and activities such as acting, ballet and wrestling. Double jeopardy for indecent assault, ending the use of NDAs in abuse cases and removing titles for convicted peers. If you have any questions for him please contact us by email:   breakingthecycletostepforward@gmail.com https://www.leighday.co.uk/about-us/our-people/partners/dino-nocivelli/ https://survivorsofabuse.org.uk/ https://stepforwardpractice.co.uk  

Note from Inspire: This episode discusses sexual abuse and trauma. Todays guest is the UK's leading voice in Law of Attraction. She is an award-winning life coach, 3x bestselling author of her books Positively Wealthy and Hurt, Healing, Healed, Manifestation YouTuber, speaker and podcast host of the #1 Spirituality podcast on iTunes 'Spiritual Queen's Badass Podcast' with over 2 million downloads. Her work helps you turn your dream life into an abundant reality using the Law of Attraction and spirituality. But where did this profound ability to help and speak to others come from? From growing up in a 'normal' home, as a teenager and young adult Emma experience depression and anxiety and couldn't understand why. There was nothing obvious she could pinpoint as to the explanation behind her feelings and behaviour. Until one day in therapy she uncovered trauma she had suppressed as a child revealed her childhood had not been what she perceived it to be. From leaving school and falling into a career in banking, Emma realised that sales pressure and putting people into debt was not something she aligned with and along the way she wound up at 20 years old, moving backing her parents after a relationship breakdown where she had amassed £7,000 of her ex partners debt. From discovering extreme couponing as a way to get herself out of debt, she was encouraged to start sharing the possibilities online by her friends - which started a journey for her in the online business space but whilst she was successful on the outside, earning 6 figures and presenting a segment on This Morning - her depression and anxiety was still at the forefront of her life. From an emotionally abusive relationship ending, a simple google search for "how to turn a negative into a positive" Emma unknowingly discovered Louise Hay, the Law of Attraction and her spiritual awakening began... Emma's story really is the epitome of taking trauma and the hardest things we can go through, to transforming them into your power.Listen to this if:you want to transform your life through manifestationyou have or are experiencing depression or anxiety you are interested in the Law of Attraction and how to make it work for you you want to turn your pain into powerConnect with EmmaInstagram@iamemmamumfordWebsitewww.emmamumford.co.uk If you have been affected by anything in this episode and want to reach out for help, please visit any of these links MIND https://www.mind.org.uk/ Samaritans https://www.samaritans.org/ The Survivors Trust https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(Content Warning: For mentions of sexual assault, domestic abuse, mental and emotional abuse and themes of a disturbing nature)Wombat and Gnomi share an update on the case against musician Marilyn Manson and discuss the two-part HBO documentary series Phoenix Rising, which follows Evan Rachel Wood as she moves toward naming her infamous abuser for the first time. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted or experienced any of things mentioned in this episode, speak to The Survivors Trust on 08088 010818 or visit thesurvivorstrust.org Sound Design and. Music by Ranaer Audio

(Content Warning: For mentions of sexual assault, mental and emotional abuse and themes of a disturbing nature) Wombat and Gnomi discuss Netflix's true crime documentary Orgasm Inc: The Story of OneTaste, about the sexual wellness cult that sold ‘orgasmic meditation'. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted or experienced any of things mentioned in this episode, speak to The Survivors Trust on 08088 010818 or visit https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ Sources: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2018-06-18/the-dark-side-of-onetaste-the-orgasmic-meditation-company Credits: Sound Design and Music by Ranaer Audio

This week the one and only Adam Kay returned to HS Towers to chat to us about his new book ‘Undoctored'. We packed everything in, from A&E stories involving incarcerated engagement rings to the importance of confronting shame around sex for the LGBTQ+ community. In true Adam Kay style, he made me laugh and cry all at the same time and I can't wait for you to listen.If you have been affected by the issues discussed in this episode please visit the following resources: Call Samaritans on 116 123 or the 24-hour freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247Visit: Galop, Rape Crisis, Victim Support, The Survivors Trust.

This week the one and only Adam Kay returned to HS Towers to chat to us about his new book ‘Undoctored'. We packed everything in, from A&E stories involving incarcerated engagement rings to the importance of confronting shame around sex for the LGBTQ+ community. In true Adam Kay style, he made me laugh and cry all at the same time and I can't wait for you to listen.If you have been affected by the issues discussed in this episode please visit the following resources: Call Samaritans on 116 123 or the 24-hour freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247Visit: Galop, Rape Crisis, Victim Support, The Survivors Trust.

(Content Warning: For mentions of sexual assault, paedophilia, mental and emotional abuse and themes of a disturbing nature)Wombat and Gnomi discuss the last two episodes of Netflix's documentary series Keep Sweet: Pray & Obey, which ends in a shocking and upsetting conclusion. They talk about religious trauma and why the actions of people like Warren Jeffs and the FLDS should not be treated as isolated incidents. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted or experienced any of the things mentioned in this episode, speak to The Survivors Trust on 08088 010818 or visit thesurvivorstrust.org Sound Design and Music by Ranaer Audio

Welcome to That's How We Roll! We are a Mutants & Masterminds 3E podcast that ran from 2014-2018. The team are reunited, but there's little time to catch up when news comes that one of the original members of the team has gone on a killing spree. Lupo and Hood team up with a new friend, The Astrologer, to hunt her down, combat street wizards and put a stop to this madness. Season 5 written recap.The Team:Ed - The GMLauren - HoodBecca - LupoBrian - The AstrologerOriginally released in 2017. Part 4 of 8.If you need any support following the Episode 1's disclaimer, please do not be afraid to reach out to those who can help you.UK:Safeline - https://www.safeline.org.ukSurvivors UK - https://www.survivorsuk.org The Survivors Trust - https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org US:RAINN - https://www.rainn.org NSVRC - https://www.nsvrc.org Joyful Heart Foundation - https://www.joyfulheartfoundation.org

Welcome to That's How We Roll! We are a Mutants & Masterminds 3E podcast that ran from 2014-2018. The team are reunited, but there's little time to catch up when news comes that one of the original members of the team has gone on a killing spree. Lupo and Hood team up with a new friend, The Astrologer, to hunt her down, combat street wizards and put a stop to this madness. Season 5 written recap.The Team:Ed - The GMLauren - HoodBecca - LupoBrian - The AstrologerOriginally released in 2017. Part 3 of 8.If you need any support following the Episode 1's disclaimer, please do not be afraid to reach out to those who can help you.UK:Safeline - https://www.safeline.org.ukSurvivors UK - https://www.survivorsuk.org The Survivors Trust - https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org US:RAINN - https://www.rainn.org NSVRC - https://www.nsvrc.org Joyful Heart Foundation - https://www.joyfulheartfoundation.org

Welcome to That's How We Roll! We are a Mutants & Masterminds 3E podcast that ran from 2014-2018. The team are reunited, but there's little time to catch up when news comes that one of the original members of the team has gone on a killing spree. Lupo and Hood team up with a new friend, The Astrologer, to hunt her down, combat street wizards and put a stop to this madness. Season 5 written recap.The Team:Ed - The GMLauren - HoodBecca - LupoBrian - The AstrologerOriginally released in 2017. Part 2 of 8.If you need any support following the Episode 1's disclaimer, please do not be afraid to reach out to those who can help you.UK:Safeline - https://www.safeline.org.ukSurvivors UK - https://www.survivorsuk.org The Survivors Trust - https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org US:RAINN - https://www.rainn.org NSVRC - https://www.nsvrc.org Joyful Heart Foundation - https://www.joyfulheartfoundation.org

Welcome to That's How We Roll! We are a Mutants & Masterminds 3E podcast that ran from 2014-2018. The team are reunited, but there's little time to catch up when news comes that one of the original members of the team has gone on a killing spree. Lupo and Hood team up with a new friend, The Astrologer, to hunt her down, combat street wizards and put a stop to this madness. Season 5 written recap.The Team:Ed - The GMLauren - HoodBecca - LupoBrian - The AstrologerOriginally released in 2017. Part 1 of 8.If you need any support following the disclaimer, please do not be afraid to reach out to those who can help you.UK:Safeline - https://www.safeline.org.ukSurvivors UK - https://www.survivorsuk.org The Survivors Trust - https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org US:RAINN - https://www.rainn.org NSVRC - https://www.nsvrc.org Joyful Heart Foundation - https://www.joyfulheartfoundation.org

TW: In this episode, I chat to Kieran Atkin who tells me about his experiences of being groomed when he was just 15 years old by a man he met on Grindr, a popular gay dating app. This episode does contains references to sexual assault which some viewers may find disturbing - please do not listen to this episode f you feel you may be affected. There are a number of ways to seek help in the UK: Sexual assault referral centres (SARCs) offer medical, practical and emotional support to anyone who has been raped sexually assaulted or abused. They have specially trained doctors, nurses and support workers to care for you. Help is available 24 hours a day. Find your nearest sexual assault referral centre (SARC) Other places you can get help include: a doctor or practice nurse at your GP surgery a voluntary organisation, such as Rape Crisis, Women's Aid, Victim Support, The Survivors Trust or Male Survivors Partnership the 24-hour freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge, on 0808 2000 247 the Rape Crisis national freephone helpline on 0808 802 9999 (12 to 2.30pm and 7 to 9.30pm every day of the year) a hospital accident and emergency (A&E) department a genitourinary medicine (GUM) or sexual health clinic a contraceptive clinic a young people's service call NHS 111 or get help from 111 online the police, or dial 101 in an emergency, dial 999 If you enjoy this episode please don't forget to subscribe from wherever you're listening to be notified of future releases. Feel free to reach out: extra_ordinary_podcast // extraordinarypodcast.com

Tonight we kick back and relax with Brian also known as 'The Bear of Leeds'.Trigger Warning - Brian's story involves Sexual Abuse. Please see the below links for help and support after sexual abuse.The Survivors Trust, UK https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/RAINN, USA https://www.rainn.org/For more from PD visit www.priesthooddispatches.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/priesthood-dispatches-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault|Rape|Violence* Nowadays we're seeing the word "Misogyny" more and more. But what does it actually mean? There has been a lot of talk on what women should do following an attack, and to reduce risks of violence but what about the perpetrators? We discuss our experiences from young until now, including the adverse ways we are affected as masculine presenting women. #DAAMPodcast If you have been affected/triggered by any of the topics discussed please contact The Survivors Trust free helpline: 08088 010818 open 7 days a week to provide emotional support, information and advice. Follow us on twitter and get involved in the conversation using the hashtags @DAAMPodcast

Episode 11 focuses on the experiences of young women that are exploited; featuring Amanda Croskell senior practitioner at Abianda and Sienna who has experienced exploitation and wants to champion the voices of young women. Abianda is a London-based social enterprise that works with young women affected by gangs and county lines. They deliver frontline services to gang-affected young women up to the ages of 25 years. *Trigger warning: this episode contains references to sexual violence that some listeners may find distressing. Please see below for dedicated support services.* For more information about Abianda support services please find further details on the website (https://www.abianda.com/services) Articles/podcasts referenced in this episode: 'Lost on the Line' the county lines gangs recruiting girls (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0009b47) Girls in gangs literature review: Author – Nickola Holmes, NHS Coventry and Rugby and NHS Warwickshire North Clinical Commissioning Groups 'Falling through the gaps' young women transitioning to the adult justice system BBC 'Hidden Girls' documentary (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0010dbw) Support services: The Survivors Trust is a hub of organisations who provide support to anyone who has experienced sexual harassment (https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/) Childline information/support for young people who are experiencing school exclusion (https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/school-college-and-work/school-college/excluded-from-school/)

Episode 10 continues to explore school exclusions from the perspective of young people with lived experience. This episode features Johnathan, Angel and Chantelle, 3 young campaigners from the Just For Kids Law steering group. The JfKL steering group consists of young people with lived experience of school exclusions that are aged 14- 24 years across London. They receive support and training to run their own campaign for a more inclusive education system for all. This steering group is co-ordinated by Michaela Rafferty the young people's development worker at JfKL, who also features on this episode. *Trigger warning: this episode contains references to sexual violence that some listeners may find distressing. Please see below for dedicated support services.* This episode covers: The purpose of the JfKL steering group Why it's important to address school exclusions How fair the school exclusion process is How schools can improve The link between schools exclusions and child exploitation To sign up to the JfKL steering group please find further details on the website (https://justforkidslaw.org/school-exclusions-hub/young-people-and-families/join-our-school-exclusions-campaign-steering-group) where you can call, whatsapp or email Michaela Rafferty. Articles/series referenced in the episode: JfKL report 'Excluded, exploited, forgotten: Childhood criminal exploitation and school exclusions' (https://www.justforkidslaw.org/sites/default/files/fields/download/JfKL%20school%20exclusion%20and%20CCE_2.pdf) Glasgow the Nurture Programme (https://truevisiontv.com/films/details/58/the-nurture-room) 'The ripple effect of poverty on children in London' Angel Beddelem (https://cpag.org.uk/news-blogs/news-listings/ripple-effect-poverty-children-london) Support services: JfKL legal support for young people (https://www.justforkidslaw.org/contact-us) NSPCC support for young people who have experienced sexual harassment in education (https://www.nspcc.org.uk/about-us/news-opinion/2021/sexual-abuse-victims-schools-helpline/) The Survivors Trust is a hub of organisations who provide support to anyone who has experienced sexual harassment (https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/) Childline information/support for young people who are experiencing school exclusion (https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/school-college-and-work/school-college/excluded-from-school/)

Trigger warning: In this episode we are discussing sexual violence against women, including image-based abuses, harassment, and rape. If you have been affected by what we discuss we have included resources and charities you may wish to visit in our description. This week we talk to Caragh Medlicott, senior editor at the Wales Arts Review, about her review of ‘When Nudes Are Stolen’—a BBC Three documentary exploring imaged-based sexual abuse. We discuss the role of the internet and social media in perpetuating these abuses, the emotional aspects of these crimes, and how the law and education is lagging behind technological advancements. In our second segment we discuss Rosie Couch’s review of Emerald Fennell’s Promising Young Woman, examining what it means to be a promising young woman, the desire for violence, and the fantasy of justice. We also explore Caragh’s interview with Anita Corbin about her exhibition Visible Girls: Revisited, thinking about image and identity, the productive potentialities of the internet, and the transversal gaze. Finally, we sit down with Dr Ashley Morgan, a masculinities scholar at Cardiff Metropolitan University to discuss the new anti-harassment campaign she and others part of the group Running Punks have launched to tackle the issue. Follow us on Twitter @WalesArtsPod and send us a tweet if there are any topics that you think we should be talking about. You can email us at podcast@walesartsreview.net if you would like your project or event to be featured in the ‘What’s on, Wales?’ segment of our next episode, and you can also leave comments while supporting the podcast at www.ko-fi.com/walesartspod   Links to Articles Discussed: Caragh Medlicott, ‘When Nudes are Stolen’ https://www.walesartsreview.org/tv-when-nudes-are-stolen/ --, ‘Anita Corbin In Conversation | Visible Girls: Revisited’ https://www.walesartsreview.org/anita-corbin-in-conversation/ Rosie Couch, ‘Promising Young Woman https://www.walesartsreview.org/promising-young-woman-film/ Resources Running Punks: https://www.runningpunks.com/ The Survivors Trust: https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ Refuge: https://www.refuge.org.uk/ Rape Crisis England and Wales: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/ Victims of Image Crime: Speak Out: https://voic.org.uk/ Music: ‘Vienna Beat’ by Blue Dot Sessions From the Free Music Archive (www.freemusicarchive.org) CC by NC (creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/)

*This episode contains content that may be triggering* Season Two of LTABG is almost underway. Before we start, though, Gloria would like to share her poem You're Not The Postman. Following the events of the Sarah Everard case, many women have been brave and come forward with their stories of unwanted male attention. In this poem, Gloria shares her own personal experience. If you are struggling following the events of the last few weeks, here are some helplines that may help: Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/ The Survivors Trust: https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/national-helplines Women's Aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ Poem by: Gloria Onitiri Soundtrack by: Chloe Williams

In Part 2 of our check in with author and men's mental health consultant, Toni, we talked about all the amazing work she does as the Founder of 'For Our Men'. For Our Men is a community space dedicated to educating and discussing men's mental and emotional health in the workplace. We discuss the stories from emergency workers she has hosted on the platform and what they have taught her about herself and her own journey. As always, #itsokaytovent You can follow Toni on social media below: Twitter: twitter.com/toniwriter You can visit For Our Men's website here: http://www.forourmen.com/ You can also follow For Our Men on social media below: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ForOurMen If you have been affected by the issues discussed in this episode, you can find some resources which may help you below: Rape Crisis: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/ The Survivors Trust: www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ The Havens: www.thehavens.org.uk/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/venthelpuk Music: @patawawa - Strange: www.youtube.com/watch?v=d70wfeJSEvk

In the seventy-third episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in author and men's mental health consultant, Toni. For legal reasons, for the purposes of this pod, we refer to Toni by her pseudonym, Ella Brooks, which she used to write the book, 'The Right Thing to Do: Reporting Rape in Britain's Criminal Justice System'. Toni's journey is so deep and so important that we are dedicating this episode entirely to her book, which we'll discuss in three parts as the book lays out. We discuss Toni's journey as well as her lived experience of rape, miscarriage, self-harm and suicide. We also discuss the re-traumatisation she experienced when she reported her rape by a former boss and how she was let down by the system which she had hoped would protect her and give her justice. As always, #itsokaytovent You can buy Ella's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Right-Thing-Do-Reporting-Britains/dp/1716888115 You can follow Toni on social media below: Twitter: https://twitter.com/toniwriter If you have been affected by the issues discussed in this episode, you can find some resources which may help you below: Rape Crisis: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/ The Survivors Trust: https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ The Havens: https://www.thehavens.org.uk/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/venthelpuk Music: @patawawa - Strange: www.youtube.com/watch?v=d70wfeJSEvk TRIGGER WARNING: this podcast contains a deep and detailed discussion about sexual abuse, including sexual assault and rape. This podcast also contains deep and detailed discussions about suicide, self-harm and miscarriage. Some listeners may find this episode extremely upsetting or distressing so please listen with caution.

This week, I talk about what consent is, when you need to ask for it, and when it can be given. I also discuss how consent differs with escorts and other sex workers, as well as offering advice with listener dilemmas. If you have been the victim of sexual assault in the UK, you can contact: - Rape Crisis UK (https://rapecrisis.org.uk) - Survivors UK (https://www.survivorsuk.org) - The Survivors Trust (https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org) If you are in the USA, you can contact: - RAINN (https://www.rainn.org) - No More (https://nomore.org)

Chetham’s School of Music, in Manchester, was once known as a prestigious private music school for gifted young musicians. But that reputation was left in tatters after a number of former pupils came forward with allegations of appalling sexual and emotional abuse by people working at the elite institution – including violin teacher, Christopher Ling. Ling would kill himself without ever facing his accusers in court. For the first time, two of his victims – who use the names Laura and Catherine to protect their identity – speak openly about the abuse they suffered and tell of the lasting impact it has had on their lives. We speak to Laura’s mum about the devastating moment she realised what had been going on. We also hear from lawyer Richard Scorer, who acted for the women during the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, Namita Prakash from Trust House Reading, speaking on behalf of The Survivors Trust, and Anne Campbell who is chief executive of Embrace Child Victims of Crime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chetham’s School of Music, in Manchester, was once known as a prestigious private music school for gifted young musicians. But that reputation was left in tatters after a number of former pupils came forward with allegations of appalling sexual and emotional abuse by people working at the elite institution – including violin teacher, Christopher Ling. Ling would kill himself without ever facing his accusers in court. For the first time, two of his victims – who use the names Laura and Catherine to protect their identity – speak openly about the abuse they suffered and tell of the lasting impact it has had on their lives. In Part 1, we speak to Laura’s mum about the devastating moment she realised what had been going on. We also hear from lawyer Richard Scorer, who acted for the women during the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, Namita Prakash from Trust House Reading, speaking on behalf of The Survivors Trust, and Anne Campbell who is chief executive of Embrace Child Victims of Crime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.