For this Catholic News podcast, we take on a difficult subject – one that needs a carefully considered pastoral approach to those in acute need.
Our topic today is domestic abuse and we’re speaking to Nikki Dhillon Keane from Safe in Faith, an organisation that fosters safe support for survivors of domestic abuse and gender-based violence.
Nikki is a Catholic psychotherapist and counsellor who specialises in domestic abuse, trauma and faith. She is also the author of a book titled: ‘Domestic Abuse in Church Communities: A Safe Pastoral Response’.
That’s what we’re exploring today by looking at the different types of domestic abuse, the challenges faced by victims and survivors, and ways in which the Church can provide effective support to end suffering.
Safe in Faith is a service of Caritas Westminster and promotes trauma-informed, faith-sensitive support for survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence and exploitation, with a compassionate approach that respects how faith influences their experiences.
This podcast was recorded ahead of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women that is marked on 25 November. Read a statement by the Caritas Social Action Network and the National Board of Catholic Women.
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If you feel unsafe at home or are worried about someone else, please contact:
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247
nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Life Fear Free Helpline (Wales): 0808 8010 800
welshwomensaid.org.uk
Rape Crisis: 0808 5000 2222
rapecrisis.org.uk
Galop: 0800 999 5428
galop.org.uk
If you are concerned that you may be harming the people you love:
Respect Phoneline: 0808 8010 327
respectphoneline.org.uk
You can find more ideas and information about how to help by using these links:
