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Maeve Bannister

DARK SECRETS: Service helps restore survivors confidence after abuse | Vintage Vibes

The EMPower program aims to help women rebuild their finances and their wellbeing after abuse. (George Chan/AAP PHOTOS)

Women who escape an abusive relationship are often left with their safety, financial security and wellbeing hanging in the balance, but a ground-breaking support program is helping survivors rebuild.

When Alice* decided to leave her marriage, which had been characterised by subtle coercive control, parental alienation and manipulation, it felt like jumping into the void.

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