In this episode of ‘Men Only’ we will discuss why 751,000 men each year are reported as victims of domestic abuse.
To find out more ……… let’s hear what men have to say.
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One response to “Why Didn’t They Just Leave?”
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Really interesting podcast. Great first topic.
Well done!
Jared Whittaker
Jared Whitaker was born in South Africa, but now lives in England, with his partner and children. He writes books that focus on serious topics affecting men, such as books on domestic abuse, narcissism, and false allegations. He studied at the University of Manchester, and worked in the corporate world for over 20 years, including being CEO of a global technology business, before deciding to follow his passion of writing. For a hobby, Jared trains and competes in Strongman.
Fergus McQueen
Fergus works for AMIS or Abused Men in Scotland as a Training and Development Officer since October 2023. Much of this work is focused on raising awareness and speaking about victims and the support available for them. He has studied at Glasgow Caledonian University and Stirling University, writing his final dissertation on Male victims of domestic abuse.
Resources
AMIS – Abused Men in Scotland
AMIS are Scotland’s helpline for male domestic abuse.
| Phone | 0131 447 7449 |
| Helpline | 0330 094 9395 |
| [email protected] | |
| Website | www.amis.org.uk |
| Social | – – |
You can donate to AMIS here
To donate £10 by text, text the word AMIS to 70191
MANi – Men’s Allliance Northern Ireland
Men’s Alliance NI is a peer support group dedicated to supporting and believing in male victims and survivors of domestic abuse.
To contact MANi use their website Contact Page, Facebook Messenger or join the MANi Support Group.
Website: www.mensallianceni.co.uk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/MensAllianceNI
Police Service of Northern Ireland
Emergency – 999
Non-Emergency – 101
24 Hour Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline (NI)
080 8802 1414
Lifeline
0808 808 8000
MAPNI: Men’s Advisory Project, Belfast
Since being established in late 2018 the group currently operates solely on Facebook, with
hundreds of Support Group members benefitting from 24/7 support and advice from
survivors of abuse, counsellors and support professionals.
Phone:
- Belfast: – (028) 9024 1929
- Foyle: – (028) 7116 0001
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.mapni.co.uk
ManKind Initiative: Male Victims of Domestic Abuse
ManKind’s confidential helpline is available for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence across the UK as well as their friends, family, work colleagues and employers.
They provide an information and signposting service to men suffering from domestic abuse which can range from physical violence or object throwing to abuse such as constant bullying and insults.
They also supply a directory of local services to support male victims.
Call their confidential helpline Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm (excluding bank Holidays)
Free Phone: 0808 800 1170 (will not show on your bills)
Helpline: 01823 334 244 (for those with inclusive minutes)
Website: https://www.mankind.org.uk/
Safer Wales
Safer Wales work with men across Wales who are experiencing domestic abuse of any kind and they provide men with access to support services and safety.
Dyn Wales Helpline: 0808 801 0321 (open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm)
Helpline: 0808 80 10 800 (24 hour)
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.saferwales.com
Men’s Advice Line
- Phone: 0808 801 0327
- Website: https://mensadviceline.org.uk/
- About: A confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse offering emotional support, practical advice, and information.
SurvivorsUK
- Phone: 0203 598 3898
- Website: https://www.survivorsuk.org/
- About: Supports men who have experienced sexual abuse, including services such as an online helpline, individual and group counselling, and practical advice.
Other Useful Organisations
Samaritans
Offers confidential emotional support 24/7
- Phone: 116 123
- Website: https://www.samaritans.org
Mind
Provides information and support for anyone experiencing a mental health problem
- Phone: 0300 123 3393
- Website: https://www.mind.org.uk/
Citizens Advice
Provides free, confidential advice on various issues, including debt, legal matters, housing, and employment.
- Phone: 0800 144 8848
- Website: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/
Non-UK/International
1in6 (USA)
- Website: https://1in6.org/
- About: Provides support and resources for men who have experienced sexual abuse or assault, including online support groups and a 24/7 online helpline.
Australian Men’s Shed Association (Australia)
- Phone: 61 1300 550 009
- Website: https://mensshed.org/
- About: Provides a community space for men to connect and receive support, including those experiencing domestic abuse.
MensLine Australia
- Phone: 61 1300 78 99 78
- Website: https://mensline.org.au/
- About: A telephone and online counselling service for men with family and relationship concerns, including domestic violence.
Support groups/organisations
Safe Horizon (USA)
- Website: https://www.safehorizon.org/
- About: Provides online chat support for victims of domestic violence. The organization also offers resources and information on safety planning, legal assistance, and counselling services.
Pandora’s Project (International)
- Website: https://pandys.org/
- About: An online support community for survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. The platform includes forums, chat rooms, and resource guides
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