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Review: Baby Reindeer
Our fantastic centre manager has taken time to pull together some of her thoughts on Netflix’s hit new show “Baby Reindeer”. Created-by and starring Richard Gadd this mini-series explores the true story of Gadd’s experiences of stalking and sexual abuse.
Content warning: mention of sexual violence, grooming, stalking, victim-blaming and stigmatising language
Read Time: 4-5min.
I normally choose not to engage in dramas about sexual violence but found myself unable to stop watching this.
Baby Reindeer is without doubt a tough watch. It is an outstanding exploration of the way groomers abuse their power over an individual. If you have ever thought, ‘why did they keep going back?’ to an abusive relationship - then you must watch this to understand the complexities at play.
Lesbian Visibility Week: A Recap
Content warning: mention of sexual violence, power dynamics, intimate partner sexual violence.
Read Time: 4-5min.
After Lesbian Visibility Week we want to ensure lesbians are visible in every space - including spaces for survivors. People often think that sexual violence can’t happen between two women. Violence (in particular sexual violence) is commonly discussed as a "man’s” crime which is committed against women. This leaves us with little understanding of the ways power, control and manipulation can show up in relationships without there being a man in the picture.
5 things you should know when contacting the STAR Centre for support
1. How to get in touch with us:
You can get in touch with us at the STAR centre by calling 01563 544686, emailing admin@starcentreayrshire.org or filling out the contact us form on our website.
2. When you can contact us:
We support survivors of sexual violence regardless of how recently or long ago it happened. There is no “wrong” time to seek out support, we will always be here when you are ready.
However, our centre is only open 9am-4pm Monday-Friday. Should you call outside of these times it may go to our answering machine. We will pick up any emails, calls or filled out forms when we return to the office.
3. Where we are based
We are the Rape Crisis Centre for all of Ayrshire, Arran and Great Cumbrae. This means that anyone, of any gender identity, ethnicity or sexuality (13+) in Ayrshire that needs support can come to us.
4. We cover more than just rape & sexual assault
At the STAR Centre we recognise that sexual violence can take many different forms. Sexual violence is a general term used to describe any sexual activity or act (including online) that was unwanted, or where there was pressure, coercion or force. We are here to support any survivor of any type of sexual violence.
5. You don’t need to disclose everything that has happened to you
Speaking about an experience of sexual violence can be difficult, and we will not push you to disclose anything before you are ready. You do not need to “prove” why you are accessing support or advocacy services.
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During some of our prevention workshops there have been a number of myths and misconceptions around relationships, sex and sexual violence. For this reason, on the first Monday of each month we will be debunking some of the common myths around sexual violence. [We have scheduled these on the 1st Monday of each Month so that any survivors following us know to avoid them if they don't want to read them. If they do bring anything up, the STAR centre is always here for support.]
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