By understanding these connections, we can recognise risk earlier, have more open conversations and help people access the right support.

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Myths about sexual abuse:

❎ All victims react in the same way

✅ Different people have different trauma responses

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As part of #BlackHistoryMonth we're highlighting our Culturally adapted Power of Change group. The group is designed to bring domestic abuse support to women from diverse backgrounds whilst taking into account cultural challenges to accessing support.

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Myths about sexual abuse:

❎ It will always be reported promptly

✅ There are many reasons a survivor may not report their experiences immediately

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Another myth about sexual abuse:

❎ It always involves force

✅ It can also occur through coercion, threats, psychological manipulation.

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Common myths around sexual abuse:

❎ It's mostly perpetrated by a stranger...

✅ 80-90% are committed by someone the survivor knows.

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Did you know...?

Our accommodation services can accept accommodation referrals from anywhere outside of West Yorkshire- enabling us to help more people in crisis.

Find out more about our accommodation service here: buff.ly/qIUqeSC

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How can your business help us?

We would love to have your support to help us continue the vital work we do, and would love to have a conversation with you about what a mutually beneficial partnership looks like 👉 buff.ly/v4511nR #NotOKNeverOK

We have a predominantly female workforce, but we are trained to take calls from male survivors too.

We will never judge you 👉 buff.ly/AjBJCwE #NotOKNeverOK

Coercive control is a behaviour where the abuser uses ongoing oppression to instill fear.

Find out more about domestic abuse here ➡️ buff.ly/YgkGrgQ #NotOKNeverOK

Have you seen our Survivor Squad page yet?

Survivor Squad is a page dedicated to the survivors of domestic and/or sexual abuse, who have bravely shared their story with us.

Check it out here 👉 buff.ly/3UY66m7 #NotOKNeverOK

At Staying Put, we support survivors to find safety and regain choice, in their own time and on their own terms.

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We honour her courage while remembering that survivors should never have to speak publicly to be believed. Read our blog post here: buff.ly/8FRqu1v

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£50 could pay for a small mobile phone, pre-loaded with emergency contacts and a personal safety alarm app, to help someone fleeing abuse stay safe.

Find out how you can fundraise for Staying Put here ➡️ buff.ly/4aW4qzv #NotOKNeverOK

What is sexual violence? 🤔

Sexual violence is a term used to describe any form of unwanted sexual behaviour or acts.

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At Staying Put, we are committed to listening, believing and supporting survivors to find safety, regain choice and rebuild their independence.

Courage should never be a condition of being believed. Read our blog post here: buff.ly/8FRqu1v

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'Ashley' wasn’t used to making decisions because her husband organised everything.

But when he made threats against her daughter, we supported her ➡️ buff.ly/K4Nct0g #NotOKNeverOK

We can help you if you need support following an act (or acts) of sexual violence.

It doesn’t matter how long ago it was, if you need support you can contact us and we will help you 👉 buff.ly/n4KGxMY #NotOKNeverOK

Did you know...?

Our accommodation services can accept accommodation referrals from anywhere outside of West Yorkshire- enabling us to help more people in crisis.

Find out more about our accommodation service here: buff.ly/qIUqeSC

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Technology must keep pace with consent, privacy, safety and dignity.

We need stronger safeguards to protect women and girls.

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