Safety

03/22/24 • 22 min

Host, and Director of the Chrysalis Transition House Association, Ginger MacPhee is back in this episode; delving into the complex issue of safety, as it relates to the stark realities of gender-based violence survivors. We hear from survivors and experts who provide insight into the various forms of abuse, and the lasting impact it has on mental and emotional well-being. The fear of post-separation violence looms large, with half of all ex-partner homicides occurring within two months of leaving the relationship.

Despite efforts to provide safety, challenges persist, particularly in rural areas where resources are limited. In this episode we highlight the vulnerabilities faced by shelters, underscoring the need for adequate funding and support. However, amidst the adversity, there is hope.

This podcast was made possible by the Transition House Association of Nova Scotia. THANS exists to eliminate violence against women in Nova Scotia. Their organizations provide a full range of support services to women and their children in a safe, supportive environment and provide survivors of violence with opportunities to learn about available resources, and alternatives to facilitate informed personal choices and decisions.

THANS is not 100% government funded by the provincial or federal government. This needs to change. Go to thans.ca to learn how you can help.

This podcast is narrated by Ginger MacPhee, Executive Director at Chrysalis House Association.

Produced by Podstarter.

THANS is not 100% government funded by the provincial or federal government. This needs to change. Go to thans.ca to learn how you can help.

This podcast is narrated by Ginger MacPhee, Executive Director at Chrysalis House Association.

Produced by Podstarter.

Previous Episode

Housing

This episode's focus is on the housing crisis, specifically its impact on survivors of intimate partner violence. The housing crisis in Nova Scotia was particularly exacerbated by COVID-19, especially in rural areas where the challenges of finding affordable housing are even more dire due to the lack of public tent communities, and the prevalence of derelict buildings, and un-winterized structures.

The limited availability of housing and exorbitant costs in places like Cape Breton, are discussed as major barriers for gender-based violence survivors trying to escape abusive partners. We hear from support experts that for a wide range of women, of varying financial abilities, the recent housing crisis has made it harder than ever to leave a dual income household. Experts and survivors are featured in this episode arriving at the same conclusion; we need affordable housing.

THANS is not 100% government funded by the provincial or federal government. This needs to change. Go to thans.ca to learn how you can help.

This podcast is narrated by Ginger MacPhee, Executive Director at Chrysalis House Association.

Produced by Podstarter.

Next Episode

Health

There is a critical intersection of healthcare and intimate partner violence, and in this episode we explore the challenges faced by victims seeking care. Through firsthand accounts and expert insights, we take a look at the gaps in healthcare training, and resources for addressing gender-based violence, emphasizing the need for better education and structure within the system. Testimonials from survivors highlight the transformative impact of shelters like Chrysalis House, offering vital healing and support often missing in traditional healthcare settings.

THANS is not 100% government funded by the provincial or federal government. This needs to change. Go to thans.ca to learn how you can help.

This podcast is narrated by Ginger MacPhee, Executive Director at Chrysalis House Association.

Produced by Podstarter.