Breaking the Silence on Domestic & Sexual Violence | Let Us Speak Out on BBC Radio

Why are domestic abuse, sexual violence and women's sexual health still difficult to talk about in Black African communities? In this BBC Radio Sheffield interview, Nwugo Ugada, founder of Let Us Speak Out CIC, shares her personal journey from navigating menopause and studying sexual health to researching intimate partner sexual violence among Black African women and why she decided to turn that knowledge into community action. Originally from Nigeria and now based in Huddersfield, Nwugo discusses the experiences that shaped her passion for women's sexual and mental wellbeing, the challenges of addressing culturally sensitive subjects, and the inspiration behind establishing Let Us Speak Out. 💜 JOIN US — BREAKING THE SILENCE Our first Community Awareness Event brings together community members, professionals and speakers to explore domestic and sexual violence, its impact on individuals and families, and the importance of prevention and early intervention. 📅 Saturday 17 October 2026 🕥 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM 📍 New North Road Baptist Church, Huddersfield, HD1 5JU Event details and registration: https://letusspeakout.org/whats-on/fi... ABOUT LET US SPEAK OUT CIC Let Us Speak Out is a community-led organisation based in Kirklees, dedicated to promoting safety, sexual and mental wellbeing among Black African women. Through educational webinars, workshops and community engagement, we challenge stigma, encourage informed conversations and help women access trusted information and appropriate support. Our vision is to help build safer, healthier communities where women feel heard, supported and empowered. 🌐 Learn more: https://letusspeakout.org/ 💜 Support our mission: https://letusspeakout.org/#donate 🎙️ Listen on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m00... BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION Subscribe to Let Us Speak Out for more conversations on domestic abuse awareness, women's sexual health, healthy relationships, consent and community wellbeing. If this conversation resonates with you, please share it. Someone else may benefit from knowing these conversations are happening. SUPPORT AND SAFETY This video discusses domestic and sexual violence. If you or someone you know needs confidential domestic abuse support in England, contact the free 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. In immediate danger, call 999. #domesticviolenceawareness #blackwoman #genderbasedviolence #womenshealth #sexualhealth #LetUsSpeakOut