18: …the continued Silence with Emma-Jane Taylor - Episode 1818: …the continued Silence with Emma-Jane Taylor - Episode 18
UK Health Radio Podcast
David Breakspear discusses childhood trauma and justice reform with Emma Jane Taylor on The Continued Silence.
49:24•22 Mar 2024
From Silence to Advocacy: David Breakspear on Justice Reform and Healing
Episode Overview
- David Breakspear shares his journey from challenging youth to prison reform advocate.
- Importance of understanding and preventing childhood trauma for societal well-being.
- The need for education reform and early intervention in addressing behavioural issues.
- Advocacy for self-acceptance and support for survivors of trauma within justice systems.
- Emphasis on community safety, societal change, and breaking the cycle of crime and trauma.
“It's a lot easier to feel sorry for a child that's gone through trauma than it is to feel sorry for an adult that's committed such a crime as child abuse. But we can't prevent it because when someone's in prison, it's too late. They've already created a victim.”
Imagine growing up with the weight of childhood trauma and finding yourself in and out of prison as a result. In this episode of The Continued Silence with Emma Jane Taylor on UK Health Radio, David Breakspear opens up about his harrowing journey from a troubled youth to a passionate advocate for justice reform.
Emma Jane and David engage in an eye-opening conversation about the long-lasting effects of childhood sexual abuse and the systemic issues within the justice system that often perpetuate cycles of crime and trauma. David, now working with Revolving Doors on their lived experiences team, shares his firsthand insights into the urgent need for societal change, focusing on understanding, prevention, and self-acceptance.
This episode is a call to action for education reform and a shift towards preventive measures rather than punitive actions. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of trauma, justice, and healing.
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