Breaking the Stigma is a powerful podcast from Calan DVS exploring the often-overlooked issue of domestic abuse against men.

In this episode, we discuss how support services for male victims and survivors have evolved, the importance of providing tailored support, and the value of working alongside partner agencies to ensure individuals receive the help they need.

#BreakingTheStigma #MaleSurvivors #DomesticAbuseAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #CalanDVS #EndTheStigma #SupportForMen

As part of our Survivor Stories series, in conversation with Kate Smith, Calan DVS' Social Enterprise (BRIGHT Options) Training Manager, survivors discuss the complexities of Stalking, what it actually means to be stalked and discuss their own experiences of how stalking has affected their lives.

For support on any content discussed contact:

Live Fear Free Helpline: 0808 8010800

National Stalking Helpline: 0808 8020300

Suzy Lamplugh Trust: Am I being stalked?

In an emergency call 999, press 55 if you unable to speak

101 in non-emergency

For any other information contact:

www.Brightoptions.org.uk

Enquiries@Brightoptions.org.uk

Trigger Warning:

Podcast contains discussions about stalking, domestic abuse.

Please take care when listening.

In this episode Moira Hutton (Sexual Violence Service Manager), explores the nuances of working in a trauma informed way by catching up with three Trauma Informed professionals.

Ananya Reynolds is a qualified counsellor who offers one to one support at Calan’s inhouse sexual violence service, The Lotus Project.

Nathalie Griffiths is a BACP accredited psychotherapist, clinical supervisor and group supervisor for charities working with trauma.

Hazel Renouf is the Trauma Informed Systems Manager for the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board.

Domestic abuse is not a private matter. It is a crime and kills over two women a week in England and Wales. We should not stand by or accept violence against women, domestic abuse or sexual violence in our communities.

The Don’t be a Bystander Podcast brings together professionals within Wales and a survivor of domestic abuse to talk about the importance of the Don’t be a Bystander initiative and how the Beauty Industry can support this approach.

Michelle Whelan - Interim CEO Calan DVS

Rachel Williams - Survivor, Ambassador, Campaigner, Author and Founder of SUTDA

Jo Hopkins - Director of ACEs Hub Wales

Gwendolyn Sterk - Head of Public Affairs and Communication, Welsh Women’s Aid