Sexual Trauma In The Neurodivergent Community

1 in 4 Australian women who identify as having a disability have experienced sexual violence after the age of 15 (Australia Institute of Health and Welfare). On this episode of 'The Cocoon' we are talking with Kelly, she is a volunteer of The Blue Butterfly Institute and an autism specialist, who has worked and supported people within the neurodivergent community who have experienced sexual trauma. This episode is dedicated to discussing why the neurodivergent community is so vulnerable, how to notice signs and behaviours within the community and about the importance of verbal and non-verbal consent. Listener discretion is advised as topics may be triggering. If you would to contact the Institute and receive support , our contact details are: Email: [email protected]: The Blue Butterfly InstituteFor podcast enquiries please contact: [email protected] you are in need of immediate help, please contact:Lifeline (13 11 14)1800RESPECT (1800 737 732)Opening/Closing Credits: Marya Stark- Breaking The Silence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.