This podcast contains sensitive information, which some listeners may find distressing.

FiLiA is honoured and humbled to be able to share this important, brave and honest conversation with Nancy. She introduces herself like this:

“Hi my name is Nancy I am 63 years old and I've been abused since I was 8 years old. I have gone through many bad times, until I found out that there were people that could help and believe in me. I am now 3years free off any abuse xxx”

Contact information for help or advice can be found from the following national agencies/charities:

Women’s Aid (Domestic Abuse Support): 0808 2000 247 (24h helpline). http://www.nationaldomesticviolencehelpline.org.uk/ and www.womensaid.org.uk

Samaritans (Mental health & Suicidal Behaviour Support): 116 123 (24 hours) www.samaritans.org

Karma Nirvana (Honour Abuse & Forced Marriage Support): 0800 5999247 (Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm) www.karmanirvana.org.uk

Rape Crisis UK: www.rapecrisis.org.uk

Mind (Mental Heath Support): www.mind.org.uk

Freedom Programme: https://freedomprogramme.co.uk/