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Over half of victims ‘ignored’ by social media firms when reporting domestic abuse

‘Social media sites are a lifeline for so many survivors, but I feel like I can’t trust them anymore,’ victim says

The Independent UK

"He's abusive but I can't afford to leave": The hidden victims of the cost of living crisis

SPECIAL REPORT: As the cost of living crisis pushes more families to the edge, many women are at a risk of returning to abusive relationships - or not being able to flee at all

Manchester Evening News

Texas should place more foster kids with families rather than in residential treatment, report finds

Residential treatment centers are meant to be a last resort for children in the state’s care, reserved for those with histories of severe trauma caused by neglect or abuse.

The Texas Tribune

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Bastrop County grand jury declines to indict caretaker at center of The Refuge abuse scandal

The grand jury said it did not find sufficient evidence to indict Iesha Greene, who was reported to have sold and solicited nude photos of children at the Bastrop shelter.

The Texas Tribune

Calls for mandatory education on coercive control for older teenagers

Refuge said it is worried too many young people are not being taught how to spot the signs of domestic abuse and controlling or coercive behaviour.

The Independent UK

‘I didn’t want it anywhere near me’: how the Apple AirTag became a gift to stalkers

A gadget the size of a 10p coin, the AirTag was intended to help people find their keys. Instead it has facilitated a boom in terrifying behaviour from abusers

The Guardian - UK

Things to do in Manchester this August bank holiday weekend

From food festivals and bottomless brunches, to massive gigs and DJ takeovers, there's something for everyone to enjoy this August bank holiday weekend

Manchester Evening News

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Free things to do and see at Manchester Pride 2022

Gok Wan, DJ Paulette and Cheddar Gorgeous are amongst some of the legends to be involved in free events taking place during Manchester Pride

Manchester Evening News

Love Island boys are 'toxic' and demeaning towards women on show, says Ulrika Jonsson

The TV legend has spoken out about the behaviour that has been presented on the hit ITV2 reality romance show – and she is not impressed by how the female stars are being treated

Daily Mirror

Love Island slammed for showcasing 'toxic masculinity' by women's rights charity

Women's charity Refuge says Love Island has a 'pressure cooker' environment and Ofcom received thousands of complaints alleging that some scenes displayed misogyny and controlling behaviour

Daily Mirror

Domestic abuse charity Refuge accuse Love Island of 'misogyny'

But ITV have welfare of the islanders is their "greatest concern"

Liverpool Echo

Love Island row as domestic abuse charity calls men's behaviour 'concerning'

"The double standards, gaslighting and coercive control being displayed by the men in the villa is hugely problematic"

Wales Online

Too Much Information: Near Majority Of Adults Know Others’ Online Passwords And Log-Ins

Almost half of the people know someone else’s online passwords, with one in five knowing log-in details – of an ex-partner.

Zenger

One in five Brits admit to knowing their ex-partner's online log-in details

Over a third of Brits can still access their former partner's Facebook and Netflix accounts - and, worryingly, even their online banking

Daily Mirror

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The Guardian - UK

UK cost of living crisis putting strain on domestic abuse refuges, says charity

Rising prices have created greater demand for sanctuary and made it more difficult for people to leave

Manchester Evening News

Everything happening over the Queen's Jubilee weekend in Greater Manchester

Many will get the chance to bask in the delights of a four-day weekend - with plenty of fun events and parties lined up

The Independent UK

Third of revenge porn cases dropped by victims

Facing a ‘potentially bruising’ criminal justice process without the guarantee of anonymity is one reason, say charities.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s harmful and humiliating’: how Amber Heard’s haters undermine the victims of domestic violence

TikTokers and tweeters are having the time of their lives mocking Johnny Depp’s ex-wife. What message does this send to women abused or assaulted by their partners?

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The Independent UK

Domestic abuse charity urges government to stop cash machine closures to protect victims

Refuge urges government to bring forward legislation in the forthcoming Queen’s Speech

The Independent UK

Women’s charities slam parliament’s ‘gutter’ culture of misogyny

Cabinet minister says MP pinned her against the wall while another MP accused of watching porn in Commons

Daily Mirror

Outrage as 'cheap and damaging' Women's Day exhibit makes Jack the Ripper a woman

London Dungeon has been slammed by Refuge for its International Women's Day exhibit that changed the gender of the infamous murderer Jack the Ripper to 'Jackie The Ripper' to celebrate the landmark day

The Independent UK

How NHS is inadvertently telling domestic abusers where they can track down their victims

Exclusive: Refuge manager says problem is putting lives of domestic abuse victims at risk

The Independent UK

Racial unity still a focus years after N.C. church merger

More than five years after a Black congregation merged with a mostly white North Carolina church, members of The Refuge Church continue striving to be an example of unity and racial reconciliation in the American South

The Independent UK

Zara McDermott highlights scourge of revenge porn at Camilla-hosted event

The Duchess of Cornwall welcomed around 70 prominent women to Clarence House to mark the 50th anniversary of Refuge.

Evening Standard

Camilla hails domestic abuse charity as it marks 50 years

The Duchess of Cornwall has called for domestic abuse campaigners to carry on their vital work, after an explosion in demand for specialist services during the pandemic.

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