Abuse in the Arts

Alexa, Katie, Scarlett and Cathy recorded this episode in March of 2021. They continue to stand with all who have spoken out before and since about abusive behaviour in our industry.  In this collaboration episode with The 98% and Industry Minds people's experiences of abuse in the arts are given a voice. Please be aware of the subject matter as this episode covers a wide range of incidences of abuse and abuse of power. If you are affected by anything covered in this episode Samaritans has a free 24/7 helpline at 116 123.  If you believe you may have been a victim of a criminal offence and would like some confidential support and advice - you can call victim support for free 24 hours a day on 08081689111. You can also reach out and find out more at victimsupport.org.uk   Industry Minds offers free and low-cost counselling to those in the arts with counsellor Mary Burch BEM. See contact details below. While no one owes anyone their story, if you’d like to share any experiences, thoughts or responses in relation to this episode; join in the conversation on Twitter using the hashtag #HearUs.  To hear more of this podcast combo you can hear Scarlett and Cathy in an episode of The 98% (S3E15) And Alexa and Katie in an episode of Industry Minds (S4E3) Twitter: @IndustryMindsUK General enquiries: info@industryminds.co.uk Counselling enquiries: mary@industryminds.co.uk Twitter: @the98percentpod Email: the98percentpod@gmail.com