13: Emma-Jane Taylor - …the continued Silence - Episode 1313: Emma-Jane Taylor - …the continued Silence - Episode 13
UK Health Radio Podcast
Della Wright shares her journey from survivor to advocate, pushing for child protection laws in a gripping conversation.
55:30•10 Oct 2023
Breaking the Silence: Della Wright's Fight for Child Protection Laws
Episode Overview
- The episode sheds light on the challenges survivors face and the urgent need for legal reforms to protect children and hold perpetrators accountable.
- Della Wright shares her personal story of childhood sexual abuse and her journey to becoming an advocate for survivors and a force for legislative change.
- The conversation is raw, eye-opening, and thought-provoking, offering a glimpse into the complexities surrounding child sexual abuse.
- The duty of care to inform people about the risks posed by convicted sexual offenders is emphasized as a crucial step in safeguarding communities.
- The episode highlights the significance of community awareness and legislative action in ensuring child protection and supporting survivors.
“The duty of care is to tell the people around these convicted sexual offenders that they are a risk to them. But I think there is a duty of care to let people know what or who rather is living with them or hanging out with them.”
Ever wondered what it takes to change a law and protect children from abusers? This episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast dives into the heart-wrenching yet inspiring journey of Della Wright, a survivor of child sexual abuse turned campaigner. Host Emma-Jane Taylor is joined by activist Chris Tuck as they engage in a candid conversation with Della about her relentless efforts to push for legislative change through 'Della's Law'.
Della opens up about her own traumatic experiences and how they fueled her determination to ensure no other child has to endure the same horrors. The discussion is raw and eye-opening, shedding light on the loopholes that allow child rapists to evade justice simply by changing their names. This episode isn't just about highlighting problems; it's about the power of advocacy and the importance of community awareness in driving meaningful change.
If you're looking for a podcast that tackles tough issues with empathy and a call to action, this one's for you.
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