We need your help to rebuild our lives and someone has made a go fund me up to help us.
I never imagined I would have to write something like this.
For years, I have fought to be heard, not just for myself, but for other survivors of child sexual exploitation who have been failed by the systems that were supposed to protect us.
I survived years of abuse as a child. In 2019, nine men were convicted and sentenced for offences against me. I thought that, finally, a chapter of my life was coming to an end.
It wasn't.
Since speaking publicly about what happened to me, I have continued to campaign for accountability, better safeguarding and justice for victims. I have worked with people across the political spectrum, spoken publicly, supported other survivors and pushed for the failures surrounding cases like mine to be properly examined.
But there has been a devastating personal cost.
Following the release of my offenders, my family and I have faced serious safety concerns, including harassment, stalking and threats. We have had to flee our home and relocate for our safety.
We are now homeless again.
We have been moved from place to place, spent weeks in temporary accommodation and are currently in unstable and unsuitable housing. Our finances have also been severely affected, leaving us struggling to meet even basic living costs.
I have five children who depend on me. My priority is making sure they are safe, secure and able to have some normality again.
I never wanted to ask strangers for money. I have spent much of my life trying to stand on my own two feet. But right now, I need help.
The money raised will go towards safe accommodation, moving and relocation costs, essential household items, food, travel, clothing, children's needs and other basic living expenses while we try to rebuild our lives.
Anything you can give will make a genuine difference. Even if you cannot donate, sharing this fundraiser could help us enormously.
After everything my family has been through, I want to give my children something they desperately deserve:
a safe place to call home, some stability, and the chance to move forward.
Thank you to everyone who has supported us, whether through a donation, a share, a message or simply by believing us.
We are incredibly grateful. ❤️
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