Finding your voice...

We have found that many survivors of childhood abuse go through different stages as they heal. There may be times when you want your story to be told and there may be other times when you don't want anyone to know about what happened to you. Be gentle with yourself and allow for these different seasons.

To help you find your voice you may like to have a look at the Survivors' Voices section of the website, where survivors tell their stories and use their creativity to express how they feel in the form of poetry, music, art and other creative writings. For more information click here.

Some survivors have created their own websites which you may find useful to look at. For our list of survivor websites click here.

The NAPAC CEO, Peter Saunders is a survivor of childhood abuse and he is using his voice by writing an online journal (a blog). To see what he has to say click here.

We often hear from journalists and researchers wanting to hear the stories and opinions of survivors. If you'd like to use your voice in the media (or as part of research) check out our appeals page by clicking here.

You may also like to use your voice to help us improve our services. Your feedback makes a difference and we appreciate any time you take to let us know your thoughts. Click here to give us your feedback.

What other survivors of abuse have said about finding their voice...

"I'm glad that I finally spoke to someone about what happened to me as a child. I carried the burden of abuse around with me for too many years - it took courage to talk but it was such a relief when I let it all out and found the support of others! It felt good breaking the silence!"
(A Survivor)

"Silence is one of the greatest allies that abusers have. I felt empowered knowing that by telling my story (even anonymously) I was able to shatter the silence and start to heal." (Anon)

Last updated: 24th August 2009