for male survivors in london

We believe that the observance of a few simple rules will help these meetings to run smoothly and protect each of us individually and also as a group.

1. No anger, violence or threats of violence should be directed to any group members. We do however encourage expressions of anger and pain towards abusers.

2. We discourage cross talk in the meetings. Please address your comments to the opening speaker and refer to issues he may have raised or to what may be relevant for you without direct reference to what any other group member may have shared. Remember that this is a safe place for all of us to express or reveal deeply personal matters, but doing so does not mean that we want to discuss them in an open forum.

3. Please refrain from any uninvited touching – we respect the integrity of each others’ personal space. Please ask if you want physical reassurance and it may be freely given.

4. We discourage attendees who may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol from verbal participation in the meeting. You are welcome here but please sit back and listen.

5. We ask all members to be mindful that every member of the group should have time to share and suggest that initial contributions are limited to a set time, announced at the start of the meeting. There is likely to be time for further contributions in the course of discussion.