In the first episode of We Don't Talk About That, hosts Linda Coogan Byrne and Ndidi O are joined by Amanda Stanhope and Jennifer Wilenta, two survivor advocates whose experiences have helped drive the EndEyeCheck campaign.
Together they discuss drug-facilitated rape, image-based abuse, the failures of policing and justice systems, and the devastating impact these crimes have on survivors. They also explore the power of collective action, survivor-led advocacy, and why challenging the culture of silence around violence against women matters now more than ever.
This is a conversation about survival, accountability, justice and the women refusing to look away.
Content warning: This episode contains discussions of rape, sexual violence, coercive control, image-based abuse and trauma.
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Support & Further Information
If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, including rape, sexual assault, drug-facilitated rape, image-based abuse or online sexual exploitation, support is available.
United Kingdom
Rape Crisis England & Wales
Rape Crisis Scotland
https://www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk
The Survivors Trust
https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org
Ireland
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre
Rape Crisis Network Ireland
Women's Aid
United States
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
EndEyeCheck Campaign
Learn more about the EndEyeCheck campaign and the work being carried out by survivors and advocates:
If you are in immediate danger, please contact emergency services in your country or seek support from a trusted person, healthcare professional or local crisis service.
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