Intimacy, Consent & safeguarding with Rufai Ajala Beyond The Chameleon

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
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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 - david@roguespirit.co.uk