Switalskis Talks About Abuse: Beyond the Headlines

Danielle Vincent and David Greenwood discuss sexual abuse by teachers and others in positions of trust, including grooming, delayed disclosure and the lasting impact abuse can have on survivors. They explore why victims may struggle to come forward and highlight the importance of support, legal advice and recognising that abuse can affect anyone, regardless of the gender of the teacher or pupil. 

Trigger warning: this episode discusses sexual abuse and may be upsetting to some listeners.

In the first episode of Switalskis Talks About Abuse: Beyond the Headlines, abuse specialists Danielle Vincent and David Greenwood discuss recent changes to the law on limitation in child sexual abuse claims.

They explore why the previous time limits created significant barriers for survivors, how the new rules make it easier to bring claims many years after abuse took place, and why the changes are particularly significant for those who may have previously been told they were out of time.

Danielle and David discuss why survivors may wait decades before coming forward, including the difficulty of processing and talking about abuse, and how greater public awareness can sometimes help people recognise their experiences and feel able to seek support.

Trigger warning: This episode discusses sexual abuse and may be upsetting for some listeners.