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Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2790
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2790
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2790
Saturday 13th November 2021
Join Steve McEvoy as he shares his powerful story of abuse and survival, emphasizing the importance of advocacy and prevention.
91 minutes
challenging
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hopeful
empowering
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Episode Overview
- Steve McEvoy shares his personal story of abuse.
- Importance of advocacy for survivors.
- Impact of clergy abuse and societal norms.
- Healing through counseling and community support.
- Call for societal change and prevention.
"I could tell no one, as we were taught that clergy was the next closest thing to GOD."
In this poignant episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now,' Steve McEvoy shares his harrowing experience of abuse at the hands of a summer school teacher who was also a deacon. Steve recounts the manipulation he faced, being groomed as an altar boy, and the isolation and fear that accompanied his ordeal. The episode delves deep into the societal structures that enabled such abuse, highlighting the authority and untouchability often associated with clergy members.
Hosted by Carol Levine, Vice President of the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (NASCA), the discussion emphasizes the organization's mission to address childhood abuse and trauma. NASCA focuses on providing hope and healing to survivors, advocating for prevention and intervention, and educating society on the profound impacts of abuse. The conversation is both challenging and empowering, as Steve details the long-term effects of abuse, including PTSD, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts.
Yet, through the darkness, he finds solace in survivor communities and organizations dedicated to making a difference. Carol and Steve stress the importance of changing societal and governmental attitudes towards abuse, advocating for stronger laws and support systems for survivors. They discuss the role of counseling and community in the healing process, urging listeners to break the silence and stand together.
This episode serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience of survivors and the collective responsibility to protect children and support those who have suffered. It calls for a shift in mentality, urging listeners to confront the stigma surrounding child abuse and join the fight for justice and healing.