S2 Ep6: 12 - (168) - Building a Better Sefton - Violence Against Women and Girls - Locally and Beyond

About this episode

This episode discusses the global, national, and local issues surrounding Violence Against Women and Girls, highlighting personal experiences and systemic challenges.

Warning – This episode contains talk of rape, harassment and violence. See this website for help with Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) in Sefton. Do not suffer alone. https://www.sefton.gov.uk/domestic-abuse/how-to-get-help/ Today at Building a Better Sefton, we explore Violence Against Women and Girls globally, nationally and locally. We hear of shocking experiences that really brings home how devastating this issue can be on people’s lives. We chat about: - - The terrifying impact of stalking. - The impact of the Culture Wars. - Experiences of a predatory boss and his attempts to destroy someone. - Variable Police interest. - The long-term damage of VAWG. - The low conviction rate of rape cases. - The inconsistencies of the ‘legal system’. - Structural inequalities and misogyny. - Ideas of equality and choice. - How patriarchy and inequality affect different groups. - Gender Roles and Identity Politics. - Role Models and Representation. - The impact of culture. - Underreporting and data inaccuracy. - Government Policy nationally and locally. - Men changing their behaviours. - Global issues. - Academia. - Martial Arts and Self Defence. - Education. Please subscribe to our…

People in this episode

Host: Building a Better Sefton

Topics covered

• Violence Against Women and Girls
• Stalking
• Cultural Impact
• Legal System
• Gender Roles
• Education

Keywords

• VAWG
• rape
• harassment
• misogyny
• police
• conviction rate
• patriarchy
• self defense
• education

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Organizations: Sefton, YouTube, Facebook, Substack

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