<p>Dr Tabitha Chapman is the founder of <a href="https://thefreedomtrainproject.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Freedom Train Project</a>, a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides crucial services for individuals exiting cults or coercive environments. One initiative of the project is International Cult Awareness Month (ICAM) which just concluded its third annual instalment in August 2024 with a focus on policy and cults. In this episode, Tabitha shares some highlights of ICAM, thoughts on policy, and how we can all help to effect change.</p><br><p>Tabitha’s personal journey and struggle within NXIVM deeply influenced her resolve to create a support system for others facing similar situations. Her firsthand experience provided unique insights into the needs of victims of coercive control and cultic abuse. This drives the mission and services of The Freedom Train Project.</p><br><p>Full episode page <a href="https://www.ltaspod.com/tabitha-chapman" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>. You can support us on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=7859667" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> or with a <a href="http://paypal.me/SarahPSteel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">one-off donation</a> or <a href="https://www.ltaspod.com/merch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">merch purchase</a>.</p><br><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://thefreedomtrainproject.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Freedom Train Project</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/thefreedomtrain/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ICAM 2024 Webinars</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you have been personally affected by involvement in a cult, or would like to support those who have been, you can find support with or donate to Cult Information and Family Support if you’re in Australia (via <a href="http://www.cifs.org.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>www.cifs.org.au</strong></a>), and you can find resources outside of Australia with the International Cultic Studies Association (via <a href="http://www.icsahome.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>www.icsahome.com</strong></a>).</p> <p>Subscribe and support the production of this independent podcast, and you can access early + ad-free episodes at <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="https://plus.acast.com/s/lets-talk-about-sects">https://plus.acast.com/s/lets-talk-about-sects</a>.</p>
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