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The Voice of the Child

Feedback from children who accessed support through The Community Groups Programme.

Timekeeper

This short film was created using Home Office CADA (Children Affected by Domestic Abuse) funding to help raise awareness and understanding of the impact of coercive control on children. It was nominated for Best British Film at the Norwich Film Festival in 2021 and continues to be used as a powerful training tool to support professionals working with children and families.

WARNING

This film occasionally contains strong language and adult themes, which may be unsuitable for children. It is based on the real-life testimony and experiences of individuals and portrays examples of living with coercive control. Some viewers may find the content distressing. Helplines are available below.

HELPLINES

  • National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247

  • NSPCC helpline: 0808 800 5000

  • SIGNHEALTH - DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICE: Text or WhatsApp/FaceTime 07970 350366 / da@signhealth.org.uk

  • NAPAC 0808 801 0331 (National Association for People Abused in Childhood)

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