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Welcome to the final episode of Take Up Space season 3!

In this episode, Aunty Bola, Eniola, Esther, and Joy explore the intersection of trauma-informed parenting, the resilience of Black motherhood, and the unique experience of raising children through the transitional stage from being teenagers to young adults.

Take Care Warnings: discussions of trauma-informed parenting, the challenges of Black motherhood, and the emotional complexities of raising children through adolescence and into young adulthood.

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This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

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In this episode, Esther, Eniola & Joy dive into the emotional complexities of growing up without a father and the impact fatherlessness has had on our self. Together, we explore what it feels like to grieve a parent who is still alive, to navigate the trauma of voluntary abandonment, and discuss how the absence of our father has shaped our lives. We also reflect on the challenges we faced growing up in households led by our mothers, and how these experiences have influenced our relationships and personal growth.

Take care warnings: discussions of parental abandonment, grief, trauma, emotional complexity, fatherlessness, voluntary abandonment, family dynamics, and the impact of growing up in a single-parent household.

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www.project-agape.org
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For resources and support please reach out to us on Instagram at @projectagapeca or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

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In this episode, Joy & Pam delve into the complex dynamics of trauma bonds, codependency, and transference, and how these psychological phenomena deeply affect survivors of gender-based violence.

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www.project-agape.org
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For resources and support please reach out to us on Instagram at @projectagapeca or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome back to Take Up Space!

In this episode, Joy and guest N'nerjie explore the challenges and triumphs faced by Black LGBTQ+ survivors, highlighting the importance of intersectionality, breaking barriers, healing, and community building.

Take Care Warnings: discussions of trauma, mental health struggles, discrimination, oppression, violence, sexual assault, and identity struggles.

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Instagram & Twitter: @projectagpeca
www.project-agape.org
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape

For resources and support please reach out to us on Instagram at @projectagapeca or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

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In this episode of Take Up Space, host Joy and guest Esther delve into the complexities of dating as a survivor of intimate partner violence. They discuss the impact of trauma on relationships, the importance of rebuilding trust, and the necessity of setting boundaries. Esther shares her personal journey, emphasizing the significance of self-love and empowerment in the healing process. The conversation also touches on the representation of survivors in media and offers practical advice for navigating new relationships while prioritizing one's wellbeing.

Take Care Warnings: suicide, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, bullying, grooming, financial abuse

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Instagram & Twitter: @projectagpeca
www.project-agape.org
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For resources and support please reach out to us on Instagram at @projectagapeca or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome back to Take Up Space!

In this episode, we invite Pauktuuit Inuit Women of Canada, an organization that plays a crucial role in supporting Indigenous women affected by GBV. We focus on the intersections of GBV, racism, colonialism, and community resilience, with a particular emphasis on the importance of cross-organizational collaboration.

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Instagram & Twitter: @projectagpeca
www.project-agape.org
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape

For resources and support please reach out to us on Instagram at @projectagapeca or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome back to Take Up Space!

In this episode, we explore the Canadian legal landscape and its impact on survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). We are joined by Caron Cuff, a Service Navigator at the Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre, who will help us navigate the complexities of accessing justice, focusing on key programs and resources available in Ottawa and across Canada. We'll dive into topics such as navigator programs, local legal resources, and the challenges survivors face when engaging with the legal system. Our goal is to demystify the legal process, and to empower survivors with the knowledge and confidence to advocate for themselves.

Stay Connected with us
Instagram & Twitter: @projectagpeca
www.project-agape.org
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape

For resources and support please reach out to us on Instagram at @projectagapeca or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Happy 2025 & Welcome back to Take Up Space!

In this episode of Take Up Space, host Joy, Esther and Segolene explore "Navigating Perfectionism, Control, and Quarter-Life Challenges." They embark on a journey to empower listeners with strategies for self-resilience and self-discovery.

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Instagram & Twitter: @projectagpeca
www.project-agape.org
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape

For resources and support please reach out to us on Instagram at @projectagapeca or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome back to Take Up Space!

In this episode, Emma, Agape and Esther discuss maternal relationships, and how connections change, flow and evolve as we move through life.

As soothing as community may feel through this podcast, please take of yourselves and reach out if you need support or feel triggered.

Take Care Warnings: sexual violence, victim-blaming, maternal relationship dynamics, consent and boundaries.

Stay connected with us:

Instagram, TikTok, & X: ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape CA
www.project-agape.org

Crisis Line: https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en...

For resources and support, please reach out to us on Instagram ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬ or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome back to Take Up Space!

In this episode, we discuss religion and the implications it had on rape culture and community education.

As soothing as community may feel through this podcast, please take of yourselves and reach out if you need support or feel triggered.

Take Care Warnings: sexual violence, victim-blaming, forced marriages, consent and boundaries.

Stay connected with us:

Instagram, TikTok, & X: ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape CA
www.project-agape.org

Crisis Line: https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en...

For resources and support, please reach out to us on Instagram ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬ or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome back to Take Up Space!

In this episode, we discuss relationships, the idea of marriage, and the role which it has played in a lot of community dynamics. Have y'all read "Yinka, Where's Your Huzband?" by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn? This episode essentially explores similar themes to this book, including the familial pressures and religious stressors.

As soothing as community may feel through this podcast, please take of yourselves and reach out if you need support or feel triggered.

Take Care Warnings: victim-blaming, forced marriages, consent, and boundaries.

Stay connected with us:

Instagram, TikTok, & X: ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape CA
www.project-agape.org

Crisis Line: https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en...

For resources and support, please reach out to us on Instagram ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬ or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome back to Take Up Space!

In this episode, we discuss consent and how it shows up in Black communities. What was consent like growing up for you? Were boundaries even a thing with family?

As soothing as community may feel through this podcast, please take of yourselves and reach out if you need support or feel triggered.

Take Care Warnings: sexual violence, victim-blaming, gendered violence, consent and boundaries

Stay connected with us:

Instagram, TikTok, & X: ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape CA
www.project-agape.org

Crisis Line: https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en...

For resources and support, please reach out to us on Instagram ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬ or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome to Take Up Space!

In this episode, we dive into the stories, experiences, and triumphs of individuals who navigate the beautifully complex journey of being both Black and Queer.

As soothing as community may feel through this podcast, please take of yourselves and reach out if you need support or feel triggered.

Take Care Warnings: sexual violence, victim-blaming, gendered violence, medical system and Black women, child-birth.

Stay connected with us:

Instagram, TikTok, & X: ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape CA
www.project-agape.org

Crisis Line: https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en...

For resources and support, please reach out to us on Instagram ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬ or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Welcome to Season 2 of Take Up Space!

This season, we are talking through different experiences of Black people in the diaspora. In this episode, we explore the idea of resiliency and what that looks like for Black survivors.

As soothing as community may feel through this podcast, please take of yourselves and reach out if you need support or feel triggered.

Take Care Warnings: sexual violence, victim-blaming, gendered violence, medical system and Black women, child-birth.

Stay connected with us:

Instagram, TikTok, & X: @ProjectAgapeCa
Facebook & LinkedIn: Project Agape CA
www.project-agape.org

Crisis Line: https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en/gender-based-violence-knowledge-centre/crisis-lines.html

For resources and support, please reach out to us on Instagram @ProjectAgapeCa or by email at info@project-agape.org

This podcast is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Soulcials is a special space within the Project Agape community where we aim to share content for the community, by the community. The monthly newsletter is a safe place for all kinds of creations and feelings to be shared with the broader audience, while learning about Project Agape, its initiatives, and partner organizations within Ottawa and across the country. It is also a great opportunity for talented community members to showcase their exquisite work, regardless of the medium, and gain a wider platform for themselves.

With: Hannah Williams-Griffiths

Instagram: @ProjectAgapeCa
Email: info@project-agape.org

Soulcials is a special space within the Project Agape community where we aim to share content for the community, by the community. The monthly newsletter is a safe place for all kinds of creations and feelings to be shared with the broader audience, while learning about Project Agape, its initiatives, and partner organizations within Ottawa and across the country. It is also a great opportunity for talented community members to showcase their exquisite work, regardless of the medium, and gain a wider platform for themselves.

With: Hannah Williams-Griffiths

Instagram: @ProjectAgapeCa
Email: info@project-agape.org

Soulcials is a special space within the Project Agape community where we aim to share content for the community, by the community. The monthly newsletter is a safe place for all kinds of creations and feelings to be shared with the broader audience, while learning about Project Agape, its initiatives, and partner organizations within Ottawa and across the country. It is also a great opportunity for talented community members to showcase their exquisite work, regardless of the medium, and gain a wider platform for themselves.

With: Hannah Williams-Griffiths

Instagram: @ProjectAgapeCa
Email: info@project-agape.org

Soulcials is a special space within the Project Agape community where we aim to share content for the community, by the community. The monthly newsletter is a safe place for all kinds of creations and feelings to be shared with the broader audience, while learning about Project Agape, its initiatives, and partner organizations within Ottawa and across the country. It is also a great opportunity for talented community members to showcase their exquisite work, regardless of the medium, and gain a wider platform for themselves.

With: Hannah Williams-Griffiths

Instagram: ‪@ProjectAgapeCa‬
Email: info@project-agape.org

Soulcials is a special space within the Project Agape community where we aim to share content for the community, by the community. The monthly newsletter is a safe place for all kinds of creations and feelings to be shared with the broader audience, while learning about Project Agape, its initiatives, and partner organizations within Ottawa and across the country. It is also a great opportunity for talented community members to showcase their exquisite work, regardless of the medium, and gain a wider platform for themselves.

With: Hannah Williams-Griffiths

Instagram: @ProjectAgapeCa
Email: info@project-agape.org