In this episode of the Narrative Project, Caroline, Vicki, Katherine, and Dong-Anh discuss what domestic violence and abuse looks like to them. They discuss why they think survivors might be afraid to come out or report their abuse. Some of these include victim blaming, reliving trauma through the legal process, as well as social and cultural barriers. The conversation shifts to explore how gender norms affect survivors, as well as how survivors in the LGBTQ+ community may face different barriers when it comes to reporting or sharing their stories with others. They end the conversation discussing how their personal experiences and interactions as a youth have affected their perception of healthy and unhealthy relationships, as well as how education during these early years are vital for violence prevention.

Content warning: mention of domestic violence, emotional abuse, physical abuse, verbal abuse sexual assault, and physical assault.