AN “emotionally powerful” drama was performed to a packed audience at the town hall to lift the lid on domestic abuse.
Mockingbird High told the compelling tale of two students who are left affected from the domestic abuse they witness at home.
Produced by the award-winning Certain Curtain Theatre Company, the play was shown to council staff and local agencies as part of the domestic abuse awareness raising activities following White Ribbon Day.
After the event, cabinet member for community safety, Cllr Lisa Preston said: “It was a privilege to be invited to attend the showing of Mockingbird High which is an emotionally powerful portrayal of the damaging impact domestic abuse can have on a child.
“The council, along with our community safety partners, will continue to work to identify those who are victims of domestic violence and strive to ensure we hold perpetrators to account for their actions.”
Residents are encouraged to sign the White Ribbon pledge to vow never to commit, condone or remain silent about domestic violence. To sign and for more information see: sthelens.gov.uk/whiteribbon
If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence call the Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) on 01744 743200 or if your behaviour is hurting someone and you want to stop contact the RESPECT helpline on 0808 802 4040.
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