*TRIGGER WARNING*

Hello, I'm Marcella and welcome to the first episode of the Don't Touch Me! podcast. A podcast that will have the uncomfortable discussions about Domestic Violence and Abuse to encourage change in our communities. A space where Black Women's pain, truths and experiences are discussed unapologetically. In this first episode, I introduce myself and a little about my lived experiences with historical abuse and domestic abuse, and then, why I began making this podcast. I will also be beginning the discussion on Coercive Control and sharing some facts and examples. During the weeks to follow, I will be publishing the Don't Touch Me! website where there will be links to any resources or organisations that I have discussed on the show. 

If you would like to be a part of the Don't Touch Me! Survivors And We're Winning group, please email: [email protected] for further details. If you would like to participate in and episode of Don't Touch Me! please email: [email protected] to show your interest.

Please be advised that this episode discusses experiences of trauma and listeners are advised that there is a *TRIGGER WARNING* in place. Please practice self-care. If you or anyone you know are at risk of harm please try to talk to someone you can trust. Or click on links below for information and support. 

Here is a link with information on Coercive Control:

https://www.cps.gov.uk/legal-guidance/controlling-or-coercive-behaviour-intimate-or-family-relationship 

Here are some links for support:

Surviving Economic Abuse: https://survivingeconomicabuse.org/

Freephone 24 hr National Domestic Violence Helpline - 0808 2000 247

Get support from Women's Aid over live chat: https://chat.womensaid.org.uk/

Refuge: https://www.refuge.org.uk/get-involved/contact-us/

The Men’s Advice Line for male domestic abuse survivors - 0808 801 0327

National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans+ Domestic Abuse Helpline - 0800 999 5428

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/violence-against-women 

https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/what-is-domestic-abuse/coercive-control/