Episode 8: Domestic Abuse - Kerry’s Story.

Trigger Warning: This episode goes into detail of physical and domestic abuse and may be distressing for some listeners. If you are affected by anything you hear today, the organisations listed below have been recommended by Kerry for those who need support or advice.

Today's episode is with Kerry, a survivor of domestic abuse who bravely shares her story in the hope of raising awareness of the signs, ensuring victims are aware of available support, as well as offering guidance to friends and family on how they can help people who are experiencing domestic abuse. In this emotional and brave episode, Kerry talks about the events that took place in the abusive relationship she was in, and how the support of her family and friends helped her into a process of recovery and healing.

Victim Support   

Women's Aid 

Oxfordshire Domestic Abuse Services (ODAS) a2dominion  (Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire)

Educational videos on domestic abuse referenced in the episode: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_UKSnXmBQA

Special thanks to Kerry for this truly moving, vulnerable and inspirational conversation. 

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