Australian author Alice Perle is a courageous voice in a growing global conversation about Sibling Sexual Abuse. 

As a survivor of Sibling Sexual Abuse herself, Alice has now written about her experiences and combined that with the latest scientific research showing how the problem is far more widespread than many in society realise. 

Sibling Sexual Abuse is the most common form of child sexual abuse in families - at least three times more common than incest between a parent and child. 

However discussing the topic is one of society’s last taboos. That’s something that Alice Perle hopes to change on today’s episode of Keeping Kids Safe - A Bright Futures podcast.

By shining a light on Sibling Sexual Abuse, she hopes to  prevent more children from becoming victims, as well as take away the stigma and shame that so many survivors feel, so they can seek the help they need.

It’s time for difficult conversations to shine light on this hidden topic. This podcast talks openly about child abuse, child sexual abuse, child sexual exploitation and harmful sexual behaviours. 
 
Each episode of this series will feature practical insights on how to teach your child safety in the world today. 
 
REMINDER: As Denise says in the podcast - Take care when listening. Please contact Lifeline if you need support after listening to this, on 13 1114 or you can call 1800 Respect.
 
GET IN TOUCH
 
This podcast is produced by Nance Haxton with production assistance from Michael Adams. To get in touch with the Daniel Morcombe Foundation about any of the information shared in this podcast, go to https://danielmorcombe.com.au/bright-futures/ or phone 1300 326 435
 
CREDITS
 
Host: Nance Haxton 
 
With thanks to Alice Perle 

 
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

The Daniel Morcombe Foundation - 1300 326 435 or https://danielmorcombe.com.au/bright-futures/

• 5Waves Inc in the USA is 100% focused on sibling sexual abuse (SSA), by five women who are survivors of SSA or parents of siblings affected by SSA. They offer education, support and resources for every person affected, including those who abused their sibling in childhood. You’ll find them at both www.5waves.org and www.siblingsexualtrauma.com 
• 5Waves also has a Facebook group: Parents Coping with Sibling Sexual Trauma and Abuse:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/siblingtrauma
• www.EmpowerSurvivors.net in the USA has a podcast and two peer support groups on Facebook: Peer Support Group for Survivors of Sibling Childhood Sexual Abuse: https://www.facebook.com/groups/646423866554980
• Innocence Lost – Adult Survivors of Childhood Trauma & Abuse: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredtogether
• www.IncestAware.org in the USA is an alliance of survivors, advocates, activists and support volunteers working to raise awareness. It offers services, education, and survivor stories.
• Nancy Morris, a SSA survivor, psychology researcher and founder of #siblingstoo in Canada, began the annual international #Siblingstoo Day two years ago. Go to her website: www.siblingstoo.com where you can share your story anonymously, find events and a podcast. Nancy’s 2024 #SiblingsToo Day Resources Pack can be downloaded – with links to interviews with survivors, researchers and professionals working in the field of SSA.

Alice’s own calls to action are:

- Purchase a copy of Resolve, available in paperback, Kindle eBook, and audiobook formats on Amazon and all other online book and audiobook stores. You can also purchase signed copies of Resolve from the author if you live in Australia via www.aliceperle.com.au.

- Share Resolve with someone you know who may benefit from its insights and perspectives.

- Recommend Resolve to your local library, bricks-and-mortar bookstore, school or  other educational institutions, and community organisations to increase awareness and support for survivors of sibling sexual abuse.

- Invite Alice to speak on your podcast or radio show, at your school, workplace or event to educate others about the impact of sibling sexual abuse and how we can support and empower survivors.

- Host an Alice Perle Resolve discussion group or book club and invite Alice to facilitate or participate in the conversation.

- Leave a review: If Resolve resonated with you or provided valuable insights, consider leaving a review on Amazon, Audible, and Goodreads or sending it via email to Alice directly for her to share on social media or in her weekly blog, anonymously or otherwise: hello@aliceperle.com.au. Your feedback helps amplify the message and reach other survivors, allies, and advocates who may benefit from this resource.

- Follow Alice on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/resolvebyaliceperle