Beyond The Silence

In this powerful episode, host George sits down with Duncan Craig OBE, founder and CEO of We Are Survivors, to explore how we can better support male survivors, amplify their voices, and shape a future where healing is accessible to all. At We Are Survivors, we amplify male survivor voices through our services: We Are Listening, Speaking Out, and OUT Side OUT Spoken.
 
This conversation explores the vital work being done to break the silence around male sexual abuse and trauma, the healing journeys survivors navigate, and what the future holds for survivor support and advocacy.
 
Contact Us: support@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information 0161 236 2182
@thisissurvivors - Instagram, X, Facebook and Tiktok

In this episode of our podcast, we dive into the ON IT campaign, a vital collaboration between We Are Survivors and George House Trust. We explore the important connections between sex, chems, HIV, and consent, creating space for honest, informed conversations that matter to our community.
ON IT is about breaking down barriers, challenging stigma, and providing practical support around sexual health, substance use, and wellbeing. Community Events View all our upcoming community events, training sessions, and resources here: https://www.wearesurvivors.org.uk/sup...
 
Contact Us: support@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information 0161 236 2182
@thisissurvivors - Instagram, X, Facebook and Tiktok

In this episode, George (Senior Community Co-Ordinator) and Michael (Trainee Trauma Informed Therapist) discuss how to effectively support male survivors of sexual harm. We explore:
Trauma-informed approaches that work
Managing the emotional toll on supporters
Practical tools for being a better ally
Essential listening for therapists, family members, friends, and anyone supporting survivors.
Contact Us: support@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information 0161 236 2182
@thisissurvivors - Instagram, X, Facebook and Tiktok

We're back with a brand new season of the Beyond The Silence Podcast! In this episode, we welcome back our Senior Community Development Co-Ordinator George as host, who sits down with our Community Development Co-Ordinator Christopher and volunteer Plaman. They open up about their personal healing journeys and how volunteering became a powerful part of their recovery.
 
Discover how giving back can transform lives, break the silence, and build stronger communities. Whether you're a survivor, supporter, or simply curious about the impact of volunteering, this conversation will inspire you.
 
Contact Us: support@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information 0161 236 2182
@thisissurvivors - Instagram, X, Facebook and Tiktok

CONTENT WARNING: Sexual Violence, Mental Health and Trauma
Timecodes:2:32 - Research Ethics when working with Male Survivors23:16 - Assisting Institutions in Supporting Survivors28:14 - Forced to Penetrate Rape Myths 52:47 - Framing Survivor's Stories Outside of Criminal Justice
RESOURCES:
A Review of the National Male Survivors Helpline and Online Service - https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/266984492.pdfTackling Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/tackling-violence-against-women-and-girls-strategySupporting Male Victims of Crimes Considered Violence Against Women and Girls - https://data.parliament.uk/DepositedPapers/Files/DEP2022-0294/Supporting_Male_Victims_March_2022.pdfThe Dynamics and Impact of Sexual Coercion of Men by Women - https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1998-07926-007Similar but Different: Men's and Women's Experiences of Sexual Coercion - https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1998-07926-008JiCSAV: Justice in Covid-19 for Sexual Abuse and Violence - https://committees.parliament.uk/writtenevidence/131218/pdf/Oh You’re a Guy, How Could You Be Raped by a Woman, That Makes No Sense Towards a Case for Legally Recognising and Labelling ‘Forced to Penetrate’ Cases as Rape - https://www.research.lancs.ac.uk/portal/en/publications/oh-youre-a-guy-how-could-you-be-raped-by-a-woman-that-makes-no-sense(4b8befa9-5fed-4306-9d86-7d93ed5e566b).htmlGender Disparities in Sentencing - https://research-information.bris.ac.uk/en/publications/gender-disparities-in-sentencingThe Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse - https://www.iicsa.org.uk/ 
Contact Us:
support@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information0161 236 2182@thisissurvivors - Instagram, X, Bluesky, Facebook and Tiktok#BreakTheSilence
 
 
 

CONTENT WARNING: Sexual Violence, Mental Health, Incarceration, Homelessness, Strong Language and Trauma
Timecodes:2:54 - Rob and Jamie talk about working in prison27:56 - News42:25 - Activity Spotlight - OUTSide OUT Spoken50:35 - Letters
NEWS:
The Workforce Impact of Second Chance Hiring - https://www.uschamber.com/workforce/data-deep-dive-the-workforce-impact-of-second-chance-hiring-3
Contact Us:
support@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information0161 236 2182@thisissurvivors - Instagram, X, Bluesky, Facebook and Tiktok#BreakTheSilence
enquiries@mandemmeetup.org - Service Information@mandemmeetup - Instagram, X and Facebook#MandemMeetup

CONTENT WARNING: Sexual Violence, Mental Health and Trauma
Timecodes:
1:12 - Mark and Jane introduce the Therapy Service
6:03 - Different Therapy Pathways
14:30 - Protection for Therapists
27:56 - News
40:25 - Activity Spotlight - Group Therapy Pilot
48:18 - Letters
NEWS & RESOURCES
Trauma and Recovery (1992): Judith Herman
No Bad Parts - Healing Trauma & Restoring Wholeness (2023): Richard Schwartz
The Eight C's and Five P's of Self: https://foundationifs.org/images/banners/pdf/The_8_Cs_of_Self_Leadership_Wheel.pdf
Investing in Our Mental Health: Priorities for the NHS Ten-Year Plan: https://www.centreformentalhealth.org.uk/investing-in-our-mental-health-priorities-for-the-nhs-ten-year-plan/
Contact Us:
support@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information
0161 236 2182
@thisissurvivors - Instagram, X, Bluesky, Facebook and Tiktok
#BreakTheSilence

CONTENT WARNING: Sexual Violence, Mental Health and Trauma
Timecodes:
1:58 - Kaelin and Duncan introduce the ISVA Service
5:40 - Reporting to the Police
23:00 - News
51:50 - Activity Spotlight - Nightingale Suite
56:30 - Letters
NEWS
Operation Soteria Survivor Report Findings - https://openaccess.city.ac.uk/id/eprint/34004/
Tackling 'rape myths' among jurors - https://www.hud.ac.uk/news/2020/january/tackling-rape-myths-among-jurors/
Contact Us:
support@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information
0161 236 2182
@thisissurvivors - Instagram, X, Bluesky, Facebook and Tiktok #BreakTheSilence

CONTENT WARNING: Sexual Harms, Explicit Language, Drug Use
Timecodes:0:35 - ONIT16:27 Creating Safe Spaces27:45 - A Message from Aisling28:38 - A Message from Monica30:12 - OUTSpoken Prison Service34:30 - Mandem Partnership - Through The Gate40:55 - Community Services44:01 - Working with Perpetrators52:30 - A Message from NJ59:47 - Reflecting on the last 16 years1:05:41 - A Message from A Very Important Somebody1:11:57 - Year of Consent Announcement1:15:10 - Outro
Contact Us:community@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Community Development support@wearesurvivors.org.uk- Service Information 0161 236 2182 @thisissurvivors - Instagram & X #BreakTheSilence

CONTENT WARNING: Sexual Harms, Explicit Language, BDSM, Drug Use
Timecodes:
0:42 - Introductions
8:28 - We Are Survivors' Inception
10:09 - A message from Evan
12:35 - The Early Days
15:30 - Growing the Organisation
22:25 - Becoming a Registered Charity
24:56 - A Message From Craig
30:15 - Crafting the Identity of the Organisation
34:05 - Peer Support (Creating the Saferoom)
42:06 - Campaigns and Partner Organisations
46:05 - Daniel's Journey with We Are Survivors
49:57 - Rebranding the Organisation
1:03:21 - A Message From Jamie
1:07:57 - Outro
Contact Us:
community@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Community Developmentsupport@wearesurvivors.org.uk - Service Information0161 236 2182@thisissurvivors - Instagram & X#BreakTheSilence