We Were Always Here

Survivors

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Episode notes

TW: This episode contains multiple discussions between survivors. There will be discussion of sexual violence, child abuse and domestic abuse.

In this episode, Ruby speaks to two other survivors, Lilly and Andreena, as well as Amy Roch from Galop, a charity supporting LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence. They’ll be unpacking the realities of processing abuse, as well as how we move forwards in their lives, work, relationships and sex lives. These are just a few stories out of millions from across history and the world. All of our experiences differ, but we are all united.

CREDITS:

Host: Ruby Rare

Producer, Editor and Sound Design: Bea Duncan

Executive Producer: Hana Walker-Brown

Production Assistants: Rory Boyle and Mars West

Social Assets: /Forward Slash

This is a Broccoli Production

Full transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VpewsOnp2jvXvuPswXbNGzRVCRqlGUx1/view 

RESOURCES:

Galop

Hate crime, domestic abuse and sexual violence support service for LGBT+ people

Helpline: 0800 999 5428 (Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm / Wednesday & Thursday, 10am-8pm)

Website: http://www.galop.org.uk

The National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge

Free and confidential helpline.

Phone: 0808 2000 247 (24 hours a day)

Survivors UK – Male Rape and Sexual Abuse Support

A range of support options to help those who identify as men recover from experiences of sexual abuse or rape.

National Helpline: 0845 122 1201

Website: https://www.survivorsuk.org

Webchat available Monday-Sunday 12:00 - 20:00

NAPAC

Offering support to adult survivors of childhood abuse and training for those who support them.

Website: https://napac.org.uk

Support line: 0808 801 0331 (10am-9pm Mon-Thurs, 10am-6pm Fri)