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The Two Cities

Episode #208 - Sexual Harassment & Trauma with Tiffany Bluhm

Jan 17, 2024
Tiffany Bluhm, author and speaker, discusses sexual harassment and trauma. She shares her personal experiences, offers insights on bystander intervention, and explores women's experiences in Scripture. The podcast also delves into defining harm and trauma, the dynamics of egalitarian spaces, believing and validating women's experiences, and strategies for creating safe environments.
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  • Bystander intervention involves physically placing oneself between the potential harm and the person being targeted, changing the subject to distract from the harmful situation, and making the safety of the person being targeted a priority, thereby creating a safer environment.
  • Providing a safe space for someone who has experienced harm or abuse, actively listening without judgment, and offering love, support, and assistance such as accompanying them to meetings or reporting incidents, demonstrates solidarity and care.

Deep dives

Bystander Intervention as a Tool for Change

Bystander intervention is a powerful tool for creating change in situations of harm and harassment. Drawing from the example of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery, bystander intervention involves physically placing oneself between the potential harm and the person being targeted. It also includes changing the subject to distract from the harmful situation, and making the safety of the person being targeted a priority. By being aware of slight imbalances of power and intervening in situations that make others uncomfortable, bystanders can prevent harm from escalating and create a safer environment.

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