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Episode 50: Understanding domestic abuse in minority communities

January 31, 2025 • Stowe talks • Season 6 • Episode 50

Domestic abuse is complex, multi-layered, and all consuming for survivors. For those in minority communities, it can present further unique challenges that need specialist support.

Domestic Abuse Consultant, specialising in post-separation abuse and creator of You Don’t Own Me, Lucy Wade joined us to share her knowledge of the challenges faced by survivors of abuse in minority communities, and what support is available.

If you are a victim/survivor of domestic abuse, or supporting someone else in this situation, this podcast will help.

00:00 Welcome
00:37 Introduction to Lucy and her work
01:44 The different types of minority communities
02:48 What is domestic abuse?
03:23 Domestic abuse is not just physical abuse
03:54 The prevalence of certain types of domestic abuse in different communities
04:52 The role of the extended family and wider community
06:00 The stigma of divorce and impact on faith and religion
08:22 The fear of the unknown and losing everything
09:50 The fear of their children being taken away from
11:15 The awareness of domestic abuse in minority communities
13:44 The barrier of language and being understood
15:54 The lack of cultural understanding
17:42 Why do people decide to stay?
18:34 On average, it takes 7 attempts to leave. Is it more in minority communities?
20:10 The prevalence of so-called honour based violence
22:10 Dealing with the self-blame and shame
23:05 We need to understand more so we can support better
23:28 What needs to be improved to better support people from minority communities?
26:38 Accessing support for domestic abuse
29:45 How can people help survivors of abuse?
31:58 Challenges for male survivors of domestic abuse
33:22 Lucy’s top tips

Lucy’s website: https://ydom.co.uk/resources-for-everyone/

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