Why Survivors Still Aren’t Safe – The REALITY Of Post-Separation Abuse With Sarah Taylor

Join us in an in-depth conversation with Sarah Taylor, advocate and campaigner, as we discuss the challenges and systemic failures surrounding domestic abuse, particularly focusing on the role of the family court system, police training, and post-separation abuse. Sarah shares her lived experiences and insights on how coercive control and victim-blaming perpetuate the cycle of abuse, and what can be done to support victims better.

00:00 Introduction
01:10 Discussing Initial Victim Reporting
01:39 Challenges with Police Response
03:25 Post-Separation Abuse and Its Dangers
04:40 Family Court and Social Services Issues
07:52 Impact on Mothers and Children
15:59 Proposed Solutions and GPS Tracking
32:00 Addressing Misconceptions and Support for Men
36:16 Conclusion and Future Projects

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