EP40: A Personal Journey into Working in the Sector
#AbuseTalk8 Apr 2021

EP40: A Personal Journey into Working in the Sector

Vivien has worked in the field of Domestic Abuse for over 42 years. Her passion is driven by her best friend being assaulted at 21 yrs of age and being left in a waking coma for nearly 23 years before she died. She previously worked as a Company Secretary and started out her career with the Probation Service before starting a family. She campaigns for services on behalf of victims/survivors of abuse at local and national level. More recently she has been involved in advocating for work with those affected by early childhood trauma who perpetrate domestic abuse working on the Drive Project.

She has been associated with Victim Support for over 20 years she was an accredited Associate Trainer for Victim Support National Office and specialising in Domestic & Sexual Abuse Training. Her qualifications include: Counselling, Teaching, Child Protection & Executive Diploma in Management, Master Practitioner of NLP, Integral Eye Movement Therapy and accreditation for Hypnotherapy. She has delivered training on behalf of the local Community Safety Partnership & the Local Safeguarding Adults Board and Local Safeguarding Children Board in all aspects of Domestic Abuse, safeguarding adults and children in domestic abuse settings, working with perpetrators and the Marac process.


Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you.

Now mixing with survivor stories.

Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries.

Our website: www.abusetalk.co.uk

My website: www.jennifergilmour.com

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EP14: Caryn Walker on Surviving Child Abuse

EP14: Caryn Walker on Surviving Child Abuse

I spoke with Caryn Walker who is an author and child abuse survivor, Caryn speaks with me about her experiences and her journey to take steps forward to recovery. Her book has helped so many others to be able to have a voice. Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you. Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries. My website: www.jennifergilmour.com Caryn's website: carynwalkerauthor.weebly.com

5 Mar 202033min

EP13: Stella Eden and her Open Road Trip

EP13: Stella Eden and her Open Road Trip

I speak with Stella Eden, Stella is an author but is also running an open road trip. Find out more about her work in the domestic abuse sector in this interview. Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you. Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries. My website: www.jennifergilmour.com Find Stella on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StellaEden1

20 Feb 202022min

EP 12: Taylor Marie on MacKenzie Friends

EP 12: Taylor Marie on MacKenzie Friends

I spoke with Taylor Marie who is a domestic abuse support worker and MacKenzie friend in training. This interview is highly informative and I believe everyone can learn something from listening to this. Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you. Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries. My website: www.jennifergilmour.com Find Taylor on Facebook: www.facebook.com/sistasmf/

6 Feb 202049min

EP11: Beckie Breakwell on Domestic Abuse Resources

EP11: Beckie Breakwell on Domestic Abuse Resources

I spoke with Beckie from Whats the Debate? in June 2019 about the resources and training she provides in the domestic abuse sector and beyond. Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you. Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries. My website: www.jennifergilmour.com Beckies website: www.whatsthedebate.co.uk

23 Jan 202034min

EP10: Dawn Patrick on Finances

EP10: Dawn Patrick on Finances

I met with Dawn Patrick who is almost local to me. Dawn is a financial advisor and talks about how advisors can help in link to financial abuse and leaving an abusive relationship. Dawn answers some personal financial questions that have been sent in. This interview was highly informative and I am thankful to Dawn for agreeing to be interviewed. Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you. Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries. My website: www.jennifergilmour.com Dawns website: www.burlington-financial.uk

9 Jan 202032min

EP9: Richard Turner on Cult Abuse

EP9: Richard Turner on Cult Abuse

I speak with Richard Turner from To Think Again about his experiences of cult abuse and the services he now offers to fellow survivors. Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you. Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries. My website: www.jennifergilmour.com Richards website: www.tothinkagain.co.uk

19 Des 201950min

EP8: Natalie Page on injustices within the Family Courts

EP8: Natalie Page on injustices within the Family Courts

Natalie Page led a protest in Parliament Square (London) for the injustices within the family court system. Natalie is a campaigner and founded The Court Said. An eye-opening interview. Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you. Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries. My website: www.jennifergilmour.com The Court Said: www.thecurtsaid.myshopify.com

5 Des 201936min

EP7: Sam Billingham talking about SODA

EP7: Sam Billingham talking about SODA

Sam Billingham is a survivor of domestic abuse and runs a voluntary organisation to support other victims and survivors, giving them the support she didn't have. Abuse Talk Podcast currently offers a series of interviews with those that work in the domestic abuse sector. Getting an inside feel for what its really like in their job role and sharing it with all of you. Don't forget you can respond to this episode by leaving a voice message on Anchor, get in touch if you have any queries. My website: www.jennifergilmour.com Sam's website: https://www.sodahq.uk

21 Nov 201918min

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