SAY NO TO ABUSE | Catherine_Edward

Our Aim:

This group  is formed to help & support the victims of abuse.

Many may be in a situation where they can't disclose the hardships they are going through to someone close. The hard truth is majority of the abuse comes from the people who are close to us. It could be a family friend, a relative or someone you trust.

We live in a world where a father doesn't value the sacred relationship with his own daughter, his own blood. It's the bitter reality. We've faced situations like this and one of our friend was able to help the daughter on time.

In these cases, the struggle is talking out. Would the rest of the family believe you?

They are told that it's okay. Keep quiet and don't talk. They are forced to keep their mouths shut so it won't affect their family reputation. I am sorry and I feel ashamed when this happens.

Abuse is an abuse, no matter what form it takes, or who abuses you. You have the right to say No. You have the right to fight.

The people who are suffering may look for someone they can talk to. Someone who won't judge them and someone they can vent out. If we can be that someone, it's our honor.

"Where there is a will, there is a way."

Why did we start this now?

We were done talking and stressing out each time an abuse victim speaks out. We wanted to do something. We wanted to be there for them. And, that's exactly the reason this group came into action.

In some case, the victims might not know how to handle it. They are ruled by the fear of seeking help or fear of their future if they came forward.

Can you blame them?

If the abuser is your own father or a family member, it's natural to feel threatened about your future.

Our aim is to first let them know that they aren't alone. We will give them moral support. We can provide them with hot line numbers and since our fellow members are scattered around the globe we can assist them through the process.

My request to everyone reading this:

Don't judge a person going through abuse. Try and help them even if it's just a phone call you could do.

If your friend, neighbour, colleague, fellow student or anyone you know shows up with bruises–pay attention. Ask them what happened. Observe their emotions. Their eyes won't meet yours if they are lying. They'd try to evade your question.

Try and speak to them. See, if you can confirm your suspicion. If you have a valid reason to believe he/she is being abused, immediately contact the hotline. These people won't ask for your numbers or name. Convey the information.

If someone is being bullied in front of you, stand up for them. Report them to the school/college administration. Take it to your parents/well-wishers. Take it to social media Don't keep quiet.

Every person in this world has the right to live.

Watching from the side lines without doing anything to support when someone is being abused or bullied, doesn't make you a good person. It means you are unconsciously supporting the act.

SAY NO TO ABUSE.