Can abusive men change? Simonne meets Jeremy Eparaima, a reformed serial abuser. In his 40s, an anger management course made him realize he needed help. After completing the 20-week program twice, he transformed. Now, he works with New Zealand's "It's Not OK" campaign, publicly speaking to groups, including the Police, sharing his story from a perpetrator's perspective to educate and prevent abuse.
Up Next in Breaking Silence Season 1
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Breaking Silence Season 1 Diamonds In...
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Breaking Silence Season 1 - David White
After his daughter Helen was murdered by her husband in 2009, David White believes wealth fueled the national news story. This tragedy transformed him into a staunch campaigner against domestic abuse. He now travels across New Zealand, spreading a powerful message of understanding and forgiveness...
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Breaking Silence Season 1 Simonne Butler
In 2003, Simonne Butler survived a horrific attack from her abusive partner, shocking New Zealand. Now, after years of recovery, she's shifting the focus from perpetrator to survivor. Simonne embarks on a new journey to find hope and inspiration in the stories of other domestic abuse survivors. I...
