Thursday Thought — Honouring Resistance by Dr. Allan Wade

On the blog we have praised Allan Wade who, along with his colleagues, originated the response-based approach which has taught us how to elucidate and honor victim's resistance. In this clip from a counselor-training DVD Dr. Wade shows us how the response-based approach to therapy exposes violence, clarifies the perpetrator's responsibility, elucidates and honours the victim's… Continue reading Thursday Thought — Honouring Resistance by Dr. Allan Wade

Male Privilege is the underlying driver of domestic abuse. — Ken Lay, former Police Commissioner

This address by Ken Lay is inspiring, compassionate and compelling. Please watch and share. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_dgEGCHfyY The address was given this year on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women at Monash University, Melbourne. The text of Ken's address can be found here. One stand-out for me was when Ken said: Here’s something I’ve noticed. Claims… Continue reading Male Privilege is the underlying driver of domestic abuse. — Ken Lay, former Police Commissioner