Katy Brookfield
@katybrookfield.bsky.social
Assistant Professor of Criminology specialising in technology-facilitated domestic abuse. All views my own.
Pleased to share that a second paper from my PhD has been published in the Journal of Adult Protection.
Journal (paywalled) copy here: www.emerald.com/insight/cont...
Free copy here: nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/49279...
Journal (paywalled) copy here: www.emerald.com/insight/cont...
Free copy here: nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/49279...
May 22, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Pleased to share that a second paper from my PhD has been published in the Journal of Adult Protection.
Journal (paywalled) copy here: www.emerald.com/insight/cont...
Free copy here: nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/49279...
Journal (paywalled) copy here: www.emerald.com/insight/cont...
Free copy here: nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/49279...
Very grateful to have been invited to share my doctoral research findings with South Yorkshire Evidence Based Policing Board this morning. Please reach out if you would be interested in hearing more about this topic!
April 15, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Very grateful to have been invited to share my doctoral research findings with South Yorkshire Evidence Based Policing Board this morning. Please reach out if you would be interested in hearing more about this topic!
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We have 🌸✨FOUR 🌸✨spaces left in our next online writing group!
It is a well-established group and a gently faciliated space, with no pressure to share work unless you want. Whilst not a therapy group, wellbeing support is available. Open to all adult survivors of #CSA
groups@theflyingchild.com
It is a well-established group and a gently faciliated space, with no pressure to share work unless you want. Whilst not a therapy group, wellbeing support is available. Open to all adult survivors of #CSA
groups@theflyingchild.com
March 19, 2025 at 4:42 PM
We have 🌸✨FOUR 🌸✨spaces left in our next online writing group!
It is a well-established group and a gently faciliated space, with no pressure to share work unless you want. Whilst not a therapy group, wellbeing support is available. Open to all adult survivors of #CSA
groups@theflyingchild.com
It is a well-established group and a gently faciliated space, with no pressure to share work unless you want. Whilst not a therapy group, wellbeing support is available. Open to all adult survivors of #CSA
groups@theflyingchild.com
Really pleased to say that I passed my viva with minor corrections yesterday ☺️
I'm hoping to be able to organise some online events to share the research findings at some point, but in the meantime, if you're a professional or advocate who would like to chat, please reach out!
I'm hoping to be able to organise some online events to share the research findings at some point, but in the meantime, if you're a professional or advocate who would like to chat, please reach out!
February 26, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Really pleased to say that I passed my viva with minor corrections yesterday ☺️
I'm hoping to be able to organise some online events to share the research findings at some point, but in the meantime, if you're a professional or advocate who would like to chat, please reach out!
I'm hoping to be able to organise some online events to share the research findings at some point, but in the meantime, if you're a professional or advocate who would like to chat, please reach out!
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Tributes have been paid to Claire, who was killed on the street outside her home in Plymouth, as her former partner has been arrested on suspicion of her murder.
Devon and Cornwall Police will refer itself to the police watchdog due to prior contact with Claire.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Devon and Cornwall Police will refer itself to the police watchdog due to prior contact with Claire.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Tributes paid to woman who died after Plymouth attack
Claire Chick was pronounced dead in hospital after she was found injured on West Hoe Road.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Tributes have been paid to Claire, who was killed on the street outside her home in Plymouth, as her former partner has been arrested on suspicion of her murder.
Devon and Cornwall Police will refer itself to the police watchdog due to prior contact with Claire.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Devon and Cornwall Police will refer itself to the police watchdog due to prior contact with Claire.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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100% We need to shift the focus from survivor's 'needing' to speak to whether and how we listen to what they're saying.
There's a pervasive belief in Australian advocacy circles at the moment that we will see change if we just "speak our truth" & "keep telling our stories".
Victim-survivors have been telling their stories for decades. If you weren't aware of them, it's usually because you chose not to hear them.
Victim-survivors have been telling their stories for decades. If you weren't aware of them, it's usually because you chose not to hear them.
There are a whole lot of survivor advocates who are deeply skeptical of any anti-violence approach that requires victims to tell their rape story in public.
We saw during #MeToo how the victims weren’t protected. A lot were harassed instead. And the men “held accountable” just became more powerful.
We saw during #MeToo how the victims weren’t protected. A lot were harassed instead. And the men “held accountable” just became more powerful.
January 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
100% We need to shift the focus from survivor's 'needing' to speak to whether and how we listen to what they're saying.
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"I was murdered slowly"
It's time we recognised that there are many ways abusers destroy their victims. Death by suicide is one of them. Hold them accountable.
It's time we recognised that there are many ways abusers destroy their victims. Death by suicide is one of them. Hold them accountable.
January 13, 2025 at 6:28 PM
"I was murdered slowly"
It's time we recognised that there are many ways abusers destroy their victims. Death by suicide is one of them. Hold them accountable.
It's time we recognised that there are many ways abusers destroy their victims. Death by suicide is one of them. Hold them accountable.
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I’m looking to appoint two PhD students for two funded projects exploring the intersection of #DigitalTechnologies, #AI and #FinancialCrime.
We’re looking for candidates with socio-technical backgrounds e.g. with expertise in #socialscience and #computerscience. Further details below.
We’re looking for candidates with socio-technical backgrounds e.g. with expertise in #socialscience and #computerscience. Further details below.
January 10, 2025 at 9:54 AM
I’m looking to appoint two PhD students for two funded projects exploring the intersection of #DigitalTechnologies, #AI and #FinancialCrime.
We’re looking for candidates with socio-technical backgrounds e.g. with expertise in #socialscience and #computerscience. Further details below.
We’re looking for candidates with socio-technical backgrounds e.g. with expertise in #socialscience and #computerscience. Further details below.
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No matter where you are in your journey, you deserve love, safety, and peace.
Here’s to a year of growth, resilience, and new beginnings. You’ve got this, and I’m here walking this same path along with you 💛. Happy New Year! 🎉✨
#NewBeginnings
Here’s to a year of growth, resilience, and new beginnings. You’ve got this, and I’m here walking this same path along with you 💛. Happy New Year! 🎉✨
#NewBeginnings
December 31, 2024 at 1:28 PM
No matter where you are in your journey, you deserve love, safety, and peace.
Here’s to a year of growth, resilience, and new beginnings. You’ve got this, and I’m here walking this same path along with you 💛. Happy New Year! 🎉✨
#NewBeginnings
Here’s to a year of growth, resilience, and new beginnings. You’ve got this, and I’m here walking this same path along with you 💛. Happy New Year! 🎉✨
#NewBeginnings
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As we step into a new year, let us remember that every day is a chance to rewrite our story ✨. Whether you’re still navigating the storm or finding your footing after it, you are not alone.
This year, let’s hold on to hope—hope for freedom, for healing, and for brighter days ahead.
This year, let’s hold on to hope—hope for freedom, for healing, and for brighter days ahead.
December 31, 2024 at 1:28 PM
As we step into a new year, let us remember that every day is a chance to rewrite our story ✨. Whether you’re still navigating the storm or finding your footing after it, you are not alone.
This year, let’s hold on to hope—hope for freedom, for healing, and for brighter days ahead.
This year, let’s hold on to hope—hope for freedom, for healing, and for brighter days ahead.
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Every woman's life stolen by male violence is a story cut short. The Guardian's "Killed Women Count" project highlights the 80 women whose deaths have led to a man being charged.
Tackling MVAWG must always be an urgent national priority.
Tackling MVAWG must always be an urgent national priority.
Killed women count: 80 women allegedly killed by men in UK in 2024
Throughout the year the Guardian aimed to report on every woman whose death has led to a man being charged
www.theguardian.com
December 31, 2024 at 9:26 AM
Every woman's life stolen by male violence is a story cut short. The Guardian's "Killed Women Count" project highlights the 80 women whose deaths have led to a man being charged.
Tackling MVAWG must always be an urgent national priority.
Tackling MVAWG must always be an urgent national priority.
Really proud to see my PhD research mentioned in this great piece by @Jos_Franks! (A bit of a boost two days before thesis submission 😱)
As always, thank you to the exceptional women who contributed to the research. It wouldn't exist without you 💜
news.sky.com/story/i-thou...
As always, thank you to the exceptional women who contributed to the research. It wouldn't exist without you 💜
news.sky.com/story/i-thou...
'I thought I'd been microchipped': How abusers spy on partners with 'parental control' apps
Software marketed as tools to keep children safe may not be all it seems - with some apps exploited by domestic abusers. Survivors speak to Sky News about the impact of being secretly tracked and moni...
news.sky.com
December 15, 2024 at 10:48 AM
Really proud to see my PhD research mentioned in this great piece by @Jos_Franks! (A bit of a boost two days before thesis submission 😱)
As always, thank you to the exceptional women who contributed to the research. It wouldn't exist without you 💜
news.sky.com/story/i-thou...
As always, thank you to the exceptional women who contributed to the research. It wouldn't exist without you 💜
news.sky.com/story/i-thou...
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When I disclosed #CSA I welcomed specialist advice from an ISVA, (particularly around reporting), but I was not telling people because I wanted them tell me what they would do.
The best responses were from those able to listen without judgement - the ones who said “can I support you in any way?”
The best responses were from those able to listen without judgement - the ones who said “can I support you in any way?”
December 12, 2024 at 8:32 AM
When I disclosed #CSA I welcomed specialist advice from an ISVA, (particularly around reporting), but I was not telling people because I wanted them tell me what they would do.
The best responses were from those able to listen without judgement - the ones who said “can I support you in any way?”
The best responses were from those able to listen without judgement - the ones who said “can I support you in any way?”
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Abusers use economic control to deprive victim-survivors of economic stability and safety, often forcing them into homelessness.
If you’re facing housing insecurity, help is available.
Visit our website to access resources and learn about organisations that can support you 💻
If you’re facing housing insecurity, help is available.
Visit our website to access resources and learn about organisations that can support you 💻
December 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Abusers use economic control to deprive victim-survivors of economic stability and safety, often forcing them into homelessness.
If you’re facing housing insecurity, help is available.
Visit our website to access resources and learn about organisations that can support you 💻
If you’re facing housing insecurity, help is available.
Visit our website to access resources and learn about organisations that can support you 💻
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“This Economic Abuse Awareness Day, we want every victim-survivor to know that you are not alone, there is help out there.” - Sam Smethers, Interim CEO, SEA
Huge thanks to the @the-independent.com for sharing this message 💜
Read the full story ⬇️
Huge thanks to the @the-independent.com for sharing this message 💜
Read the full story ⬇️
Women being trapped in relationships due to economic abuse, charity finds
Some women who said they had experienced economic abuse also reported suffering from mental ill health or having to borrow money to get by.
www.independent.co.uk
November 26, 2024 at 10:13 AM
“This Economic Abuse Awareness Day, we want every victim-survivor to know that you are not alone, there is help out there.” - Sam Smethers, Interim CEO, SEA
Huge thanks to the @the-independent.com for sharing this message 💜
Read the full story ⬇️
Huge thanks to the @the-independent.com for sharing this message 💜
Read the full story ⬇️
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They twist your words until you don’t trust your memory.
They deny things you know happened, leaving you doubting your reality.
They make you question if you’re too sensitive, too emotional, too much.
Gaslighting isn’t miscommunication—it’s manipulation.
#Gaslighting #DomesticAbuse
They deny things you know happened, leaving you doubting your reality.
They make you question if you’re too sensitive, too emotional, too much.
Gaslighting isn’t miscommunication—it’s manipulation.
#Gaslighting #DomesticAbuse
November 25, 2024 at 6:36 PM
They twist your words until you don’t trust your memory.
They deny things you know happened, leaving you doubting your reality.
They make you question if you’re too sensitive, too emotional, too much.
Gaslighting isn’t miscommunication—it’s manipulation.
#Gaslighting #DomesticAbuse
They deny things you know happened, leaving you doubting your reality.
They make you question if you’re too sensitive, too emotional, too much.
Gaslighting isn’t miscommunication—it’s manipulation.
#Gaslighting #DomesticAbuse
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, marking the start of the 16 days of Activism.
In 2023 every 10 minutes globally a woman is killed by a partner or family member.
In 2022 the rate was one woman killed every 11 minutes.
1 minute matters.
A thread 🧵👇🏼
In 2023 every 10 minutes globally a woman is killed by a partner or family member.
In 2022 the rate was one woman killed every 11 minutes.
1 minute matters.
A thread 🧵👇🏼
November 24, 2024 at 7:32 PM
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, marking the start of the 16 days of Activism.
In 2023 every 10 minutes globally a woman is killed by a partner or family member.
In 2022 the rate was one woman killed every 11 minutes.
1 minute matters.
A thread 🧵👇🏼
In 2023 every 10 minutes globally a woman is killed by a partner or family member.
In 2022 the rate was one woman killed every 11 minutes.
1 minute matters.
A thread 🧵👇🏼