Survivors Manchester

VIRTUALLY HELPING (01/04/10)

VIRTUALLY HELPING?
An exploration of the use of the internet and online resources by adult male survivors of childhood sexual abuse

A research project for the degree of MA in Counselling
Duncan Craig PG Dip Couns. MBACP.
2009 – 2010

The Internet, Online Support Services and specialist Websites are playing an important role in the healing process for many male survivors of childhood sexual abuse and rape. I personally found it useful during my own disclosure and healing and I have met many other guys that have used and continue to use these sites. But just exactly what role cyberspace is playing is under researched... and that’s where I come in!

I want to find out how big or small of a role the internet has played in men’s healing; what was helpful and what wasnt; why guys used internet services in favour of traditional services; what guys would like to see in the future. So I am placing this notice on the virtual pin board of cyberspace in the hope that male survivors will see it and may like to contribute. All participants will remain anonymous, as will their answers and opinions. More information is available by logging onto:

www.virtuallyhelping.co.uk

This project has been granted ethical approval by The University of Manchester and is being supervised by Dr Terry Hanley, who can be contacted with any concerns at terry.hanley@manchester.ac.uk

PRESS RESPOND TO THE STERN REVIEW (17/03/10)

Following the publication of The Stern Review, the press and journalists have been sifting through it and pulling out some crucial points. One important point that Survivors Manchester is delighted to see hasn't been overlooked in the newspapers or on TV is that the review has highlighted the needs and issue of men as victims of rape. The article below from The Guardian puts a spotlight on the issue.

Click on the button to access The Guardian article.

THE STERN REVIEW IS PUBLISHED!!! (15/03/10)

After travelling around the country, meeting police, rape investigators, CPS, support services, doctors and survivors, Baroness Vivienne Stern has published the much anticipated Stern Review. Survivors Manchester was proud to be part of the process and very much enjoyed meeting the Stern team on a number of occasions and think that the report finally gives a voice to male victims and survivors of rape. We would like to officially thank Baroness Stern and her team for producing such a thought provoking report and for truly understanding.

Click on the button access The Stern Review 2010.