Domestic Violence

Growing up, I did not have much understanding on what domestic violence actually was. I didn't come from a violent family nor was I ever exposed to it so in my mind I just saw domestic violence as something that occurred between a husband and wife, when the husband becomes violent or aggressive towards his wife.

As I got older, I started to have a better understanding of it through hearing other people's stories, engaging in community projects and participating in the Break the Silence, End the Violence march and event that took place in North London last November. I understand now that domestic violence doesn't just include physically or sexually harming a person, but it can also include verbally bullying another person, controlling what they spend their money on or deciding who they speak to and which friends they go out with.

When I look back, I now see that there were signs that friends of mine were going through domestic abuse and I had no clue. Because I was not aware of the signs, I was of no help to them. Now I am determined to help in whatever way I can to help women and children who are going through abuse, get of out the situation and find healing and freedom.

This month on the 24th of November, I will join hundreds of women in North London again for the second Break the Silence, End the Violence event. You are also welcome to march with us and attend the event.

 During this month of November my blog will contain a lot of information on domestic violence as well some of my friends sharing their personal experiences with domestic abuse and how they got out of that situation and moved on with their life. I am sure it will help you just as being educated on domestic abuse helped me and is still helping me.