On the second episode of Girlsplain, Jodie & Ali delve into the intricate layers of coercive control.

Listen as Jodie & Ali girlsplain some of the structural issues that give rise to coercively controlling behaviour, which is largely perpetrated by males against their female counterparts. They navigate through the broader signs of this abuse, unravel how the legal landscape is both responsive and unresponsive to the needs of those facing coercive control, and place this behaviour within the context of wider domestic violence. They also delve into the broader spectrum of public policy concerns surrounding this important gendered issue. Finally, Ali bravely opens up and shares her own experiences with coercive control.

Trigger warning: This episode talks about sensitive topics of coercive control, domestic and family violence, and sexual assault.

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1800RESPECT – Available 24 hours, 7 days a week. 1800 737 732 / 1800respect.org.au

Men’s Referral Service – Available 8am to 9pm (Monday – Friday); 9am to 6pm (Saturday and Sunday). 1300 766 491 / www.ntv.org.au

Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence Helpline – Available 24 hours, 7 days a week. / 1800 943 539

Lifeline – 13 11 14

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