This episode is the fourth of a six-part series exploring abuse in relationships.
Dr Ava Kanyeredzi (Senior Lecturer and Researcher in Psychology at the University of East London) and Rev. Kim Bacchus (Ordained Minister, Strategic Development Coach and Trainer), both lead members of the Black Church Domestic Abuse Forum (www.bcdaf.org.uk) discuss physical abuse, which is often the last resort when all attempts to control the person have failed or the person experiencing abuse decide to either leave the relationship or retaliate. Most people think that domestic abuse is only physical and with visible signs of injury, but perpetrators are skilled at exacting bruises that will not be visible to others.
To find out how to get help if you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, please use the following link or helpline:
Domestic abuse: how to get help - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Refuge National Domestic Abuse: 0808 2000 247
If your church would benefit from domestic abuse training, please visit: www.bcdaf.org.uk/training
