Dear Curious Listener, have you ever sped up walking down a dark street or clutched your keys until your palm hurts? In a year where it seemed like the faces of dead women graced the news more than the faces of movie stars, the world held its breath waiting for the violence against women revolution to start. Almost a year on since Sarah Everard's death, and after countless other senseless murders, we're still holding our breath and clutching our keys. What's changed? Do women feel safe in nightclubs, walking home, taking the tube? And who's responsible to change things? To find out listener, you'll be hearing from Alice Jackson, one of the co founders of Strut Safe. An organisation that provides a hotline you can call to speak to one of their volunteers while you walk home or even request someone to come meet and escort you. You'll also hear from a bartender who works within nightlife, who has asked to stay anonymous. Ryan (very much not his real name) speaks on the failures of the industry and what needs to be done to better support women but also hospitality staff. Please support the podcast by sharing on your socials and tagging us on Instagram @dearcuriouslistener Strut Safe phone number (available UK wide for calls) 0333 335 0026 If you feel as though you may need support regarding any of the topics mentioned in the episode, please contact women's aid who can help with resources, advice and support: https://www.womensaid.org.uk https://www.change.org/p/proposal-of-sarah-everard-s-law-criminal-defence-cannot-question-the-victim-s-clothing-as-a-part-of-a-case?redirect=false