Introduction to self-defence for survivors & allies w. Not the Only One
The Lounge, SU Building (first floor),
Free
Join Not the Only One for an Intro to Self‑Defence for Survivors & Allies. This workshop offers a trauma-informed, empowering space to learn the fundamentals of self-defence, helping participants rebuild physical presence, agency, and confidence.
Designed especially for survivors (and their allies), this session will blend physical self-defence techniques with emotional regulation. You’ll learn how to harness heightened awareness safely, respond to real-world threats, and redirect energy in a constructive way. The goal is not just to defend, but to strengthen resilience, enhance well‑being, and support healing.
- Rebuild a sense of physical empowerment and confidence
- Develop practical self-defence skills tailored for survivors
- Learn emotional regulation techniques to manage hypervigilance or anxiety
- Connect with others in a healing, understanding environment
- Help shift power back into your hands both mentally and physically
Wednesday 3 December, 17:00–19:00
SU Lounge (1st Floor)
Part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender‑Based Violence.
! Entry is FREE, but spaces are LIMITED ! Please book a spot to ensure access to the event!
Not The Only One is a survivor-led initiative, founded in 2018, that offers peer-driven support for people who have experienced sexual violence. Their team, made up entirely of survivors, creates safe, survivor-only spaces, provides consent and bystander training, and advises universities on policies grounded in real lived experience. In this workshop, NTOO’s trauma-aware approach ensures the self-defence training is not only physically useful but also emotionally supportive.
CARE (Consent and Relationships Education) is the SU’s student-led initiative committed to preventing sexual violence on campus and promoting healthy, consensual relationships.