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How do I respond to a disclosure of sexual violence?
Posted on May 23 2024 at 08:30
Although, it can be really difficult and painful for us to hear, when someone trusts us enough to disclose that they have experienced sexual violence, how we respond matters. It’s a moment that demands compassion, sensitivity, and a commitment to providing the right kind of support. In this blog, we provided steps a person can take when supporting an adult survivor of sexual violence. From staying calm and present to empowering survivors to make their own choices, each step plays a crucial role in creating a safe and supportive environment for the survivor. You can use these four steps as guide if an adult discloses to you.
[Read time: 3-4 min]Violence Is the End; Misogyny Grows in Stages.
Posted on May 5 2025 at 15:20
Sexual violence is a serious part of a bigger issue called gender-based violence (GBV). This includes all kinds of harmful behaviour aimed at someone because of their gender, like physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. Although it can happen to anyone, it’s a problem that mainly affects women and girls.
It’s often misunderstood or brushed off in casual conversations. How many times have you heard someone say, “How could that happen?” “It came out of nowhere.” “He seemed like a normal guy.” when hearing about a violent incident?
And why do those reactions keep happening?
[TW: Mentions of sexual, & physical violence, femicide, victim-blaming]
[Read Time: 7 - 10mins]
Understanding Nightmares, Night Terrors, & Sleep Problems
Posted on January 7 2025 at 10:58
Our amazing Support Worker, Rhiannon, has pulled together this blog post on nightmares, night terrors, and sleep problems. In this post she explains the difference between nightmares, and night terrors, how they may impact you, and self-care tips for sleep.
[Read Time: 4-5 mins]Understanding Trauma & Triggers
Posted on August 20 2024 at 08:00
Our amazing Support Worker, Rhiannon, has pulled together this blog post on trauma and triggers. Triggers are a common occurrence for survivors of trauma, and survivors of sexual trauma are no different. In this post she explains what triggers are, how they may effect survivors of sexual violence, and self-care tips for those experiencing triggers.
[Read time: 6-8 mins]How To Calm Your Mind With The 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise
Posted on August 14 2024 at 13:13
The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise can be a really useful tool to keep in your back pocket for when you feel anxious, unsafe, or are having a flashback. Read more to find out how to do it.
[Read time: 1-2 mins]
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