In this raw and deeply moving two part episode, listeners are invited into the lived realities of survivors who have endured not only the trauma of abuse, but also the relentless challenges that follow—even after their abusers are convicted. Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of abuse, sexual violence, and trauma.

If you or anyone you know that has or is affected by sexual violence, please contact Rape Crisis Scotland https://www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk/help-local-rcc/

In this concluding episode, Charlene and Emma talk about their personal experiences of dealing with the Scottish legal system after sexual assault. They share how fearful it is during sentencing and how close sitting the abusers supporters and family are allowed to be. They tell us all the challenges survivors have to face in obtaining their own trial transcripts, how there is lack of legal representation for victims and there are no safeguarding procedures put in place when survivors are giving their evidence.

Charlene and Emma's message is of hope, resilience, and for any women facing similar circumstances, YOU ARE NOTE ALONE. Please get in contact with JEMS, this is a safe space for women to seek support and solidarity. Stronger when together.

Follow JEMS on INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/jems_justice_4women/

Follow JEMS on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jems.justice.for.s?lang=en-GB

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In this raw and deeply moving two part episode, listeners are invited into the lived realities of survivors who have endured not only the trauma of abuse, but also the relentless challenges that follow—even after their abusers are convicted. Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of abuse, sexual violence, and trauma.

If you or anyone you know that has or is affected by sexual violence, please contact Rape Crisis Scotland https://www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk/help-local-rcc/

For the first time, Charlene and Emma members of JEMS (Justice for Every Mistreated Survivor) tell their stories how even after the verdict, the harassment doesn’t end: abusers’ supporters, online groups, and even family members continue to target them. Never having the peace to deal with their trauma, Emma and Charlene are constantly harassed and being forced to relive their trauma over and over again. This is not just Emma and Charlene's story, its there reality. And a reality for many, many women out there.

Charlene and Emma found power in finding each other—how a single TikTok post led to the creation of JEMS, a community where survivors can finally be heard, understood, and supported. How being part of JEMS has helped them through the darkest times, they are coming together and speaking on this podcast for more women to come forward and they are fighting together to ensure that survivors are heard, protected, and empowered.

Follow JEMS on INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/jems_justice_4women/

Follow JEMS on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jems.justice.for.s?lang=en-GB

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Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of abuse, sexual violence, and trauma.

If you or anyone you know that has or is affected by sexual violence, please contact Rape Crisis Scotland https://www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk/help-local-rcc/

In this powerful, two part special of Scotland's Women. Charlene and Emma both members of JEMS (Justice for Every Mistreated Survivor) share their stories for the first time ever on a podcast. They share with us how JEMs started as a supportive community for survivors of sexual violence and how this amazing group of women saved them. Sparked by a viral TikTok post, JEMS has grown into a close-knit network of women who have all secured convictions against their abusers, yet they are constantly having to face public scrutiny and victim-blaming through a certain online group.

JEMS stands as a beacon of hope, offering empathy, understanding, and a collective voice for justice and change. It's time for your voices to be heard. Full Two Part Episode Coming Soon!

Follow JEMS on INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/jems_justice_4women/

Follow JEMS on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jems.justice.for.s?lang=en-GB

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.