Interested in becoming a Left Write Hook volunteer?
Left Write Hook is a research-informed 8-week boxing and writing workshop for adult survivors of child sexual abuse and gendered violence. Our flagship program is designed to empower survivors to take back their power through the physical and creative expressive processes of writing and trauma informed non-contact boxing.
Our impact to date
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250+
victim-survivors have completed our program
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20+
victim-survivors have been upskilled to become Left Write Hook program facilitators
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32
programs have been delivered across metropolitan Melbourne, regional and rural Victoria
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700+
survivors have joined our program waitlist
Latest news
More than a movie
Our multi-award-winning documentary breaks the silence around childhood sexual abuse. You can join the movement by hosting your own screening or contributing to our social impact campaign.
Our work is informed by real-world research
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There is a drop in participants’ scores, showing marked improvements in mental health.
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There is a clear reduction in complex PTSD symptoms, helping survivors regain control over their lives.
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Cognitive responses to trauma have improved, indicating healthier processing and coping mechanisms.
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Cognitive responses to trauma have improved, indicating healthier processing and coping mechanisms.
