47 min

Patrice Evra Headliners

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'I'm not a victim, I call myself a survivor'
Former Manchester United defender, Patrice Evra, discusses how he was sexually abused aged 13, and why he's now working with the UN and WHO to ensure other children grow up in a world free of violence and abuse.
He also reflects on his time at Manchester United, his early life growing up as one of 24 siblings, and how his partner Margaux changed his life.

As a warning to listeners - some of this podcast makes for difficult listening – with discussions of sexual abuse.

'I'm not a victim, I call myself a survivor'
Former Manchester United defender, Patrice Evra, discusses how he was sexually abused aged 13, and why he's now working with the UN and WHO to ensure other children grow up in a world free of violence and abuse.
He also reflects on his time at Manchester United, his early life growing up as one of 24 siblings, and how his partner Margaux changed his life.

As a warning to listeners - some of this podcast makes for difficult listening – with discussions of sexual abuse.

47 min

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