SOCCHG is a platform dedicated to amplifying the voices of survivors and individuals with lived experience in anti-cult advocacy, law reform, research, and resource allocation. Our mission is to empower survivors and ensure their stories are at the forefront of our work.
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Advancing knowledge and awareness for complex cult issues
Advocacating for meaningful change to prevent harm and protect survivors
Survivor stories and media guides for public awareness campaigns
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Escape and Survivor Resources
“I continue to be harassed by these people. I was only in the cult for about three years but have been harassed by them for more than 20 years. I've almost given up on the idea of having a normal, happy life.”
“I am now on a disability support pension due to severe cPTSD caused by the impacts of the cult.”
“It’s been five and a half years since my son left. I’ve seen him twice. My husband, once. We know he is homeless, eats out of bins, works long hours as a slave to the leader with little or no pay. He is mentally abused. He is autistic and brainwashed.”
Beyond Belief
The Victorian Parliamentary Inquiry into Cults and Organised Fringe groups has given us an opportunity to create meaningful, survivor-led change. It is our pleasure to present the group submission created in conjunction with survivor groups.
“Beyond Belief” is belief-neutral, behaviour-focused, survivor-led and trauma-informed. Check out our posts for what’s next, or click on the image to view the final report.
With a working group, 64 individual respondents, collaboration from the wonderful Dr Janja Lalich, and 935 individuals endorsing this piece, we know that this is the beginning of meaningful change.
Thanks for being part of it.
