We started relaying stories that are collected from victims and survivors of Domestic Abuse from all over the world. Most people who shared their life stories mentioned feeling free, relieved and empowered and wanted to inspire others through their own journey. We also reached out to advocates, shelter workers, community workers, doctors and health care professionals who serve and support the victims and survivors of abuse. They gave their valuable insights and shared stories

“No matter who you are, where you're from, your skin color, your gender identity, just speak yourself. Find your name and find your voice by speaking yourself.” - Kim Namjoon, United Nations/ UNICEF End Violence Program 2018. As the month of March: "The Women's History Month" ends, we start relaying stories all through April 2021 that were collected from victims and survivors of Domestic Abuse from all over the world. The voices raised are from various backgrounds, age groups

“ I knew I was abused but I did not want to tell anyone, what will my children think of me? I married him after loving him for so long, I thought I should try to sustain a bit more.” “ My child was beaten and I was threatened on and on, I was scared that if I tell anyone I will face charges for not speaking up earlier.” “ Its a shame, what will my parents say? What will my colleagues say? I have a good job and so does my partner. I cannot tarnish my reputation and career.” -

Part 1/5 Physical abuse At the start of a new relationship, it is not always easy to tell if it will later become abusive. In fact, many abusive people appear like ideal partners in the early stages of a relationship. Possessive and controlling behaviors don’t always appear overnight and may emerge and intensify as the relationship grows. Every relationship is different and domestic violence does not always look the same. One feature shared by most abusive relationships is th