Intimacy, Consent & safeguarding with Rufai Ajala

In this episode Ella touches base with Rufai “Roo” Ajala and explores the world of Intimacy Coordination, Roo’s journey into it and the lessons for our wider culture "Please note that this conversation explores personal experiences of sexual violence and emotional abuse, as well as the healing journeys of survivors. Below is information in the liner notes about trusted UK organisations who can support you if you have experienced violence - and please know that you are not alone. https://mindlinetrans.org.uk https://www.mind.org.uk https://www.safeline.org.uk https://www.mankind.org.uk https://www.refuge.org.uk https://www.womensaid.org.uk https://rapecrisis.org.uk https://lgbt.foundation   Rufai at a glance: They/Them Rufai has journeyed from troubled beginnings and in an epic journey of self-discovery and healing from trauma, is now a cinematographer and lighting technician and a trained Intimacy Coordinator. They have a passion for safeguarding especially as it pertains to Queer Trans and Non-Binary Gender people of colour   Show Notes: The dichotomy of finding joy in your work Mitigating harm Making peace with yourself Bitterness and anger An unexpected route into the industry – from troubled youth, to industry professional and Intimacy coordination Healing through the work & support Safeguarding & vulnerability on set Mechanics of IC Boundaries – Belonging to yourself To kiss or not to kiss – permissions & consents The 10 step question Listen to the show Apple - https://apple.co/3tu2E6A Spotify - https://spoti.fi/33FiobY Google - https://buff.ly/3nAOnRO   Find Rufai: http://intimacyconsultancy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rufaiajala/ https://www.instagram.com/intimacywithroo https://rufaiajala.com/ Learn more about Ella - https://www.ellajarmanpinto.com/ This podcast was produced by RogueSpirit Productions - message to see how they can help you produce your podcast - [email protected]