Of course: Oytener is fighting for relatives of crime victims

Of course: Oytener is fighting for relatives of crime victims

The support of relatives of victims of victims of victims is often overlooked. Anna Dziewior-Petermann from Oyten has set itself the task of putting these people in the light and helping them. As an ambassador for the aid organization Anuas, she launched the "Of course 2" initiative to draw attention to the need for support.

The challenge for affected relatives

"These people are often forgotten," says Dziewior-Petermann. Again and again relatives of crime victims ask themselves how to deal with their loss. The loss of a loved one due to a violent crime has a profound effect that often leads to serious psychological problems. Many affected people get stuck in an emotional low and see no way out of their trauma.

make a real contribution

In order to cope with the existential challenges of relatives, financial support is required. The “Of course of self -consequently 2” campaign is aimed at book publishers, especially for crime novels and True Crime, and asks them to donate two cents to Anuas for each sold book. These donations can add up to a remarkable sum that benefits the support of the sacrificial families.

The love of literature and focus on the support

Dziewior-Petermann and her husband, the renowned murder agent Axel Petermann, live in a world in which the fascination for crimes and the pain of those affected often cross. Your initiative gives awareness that there are real tragedies behind every book written by crime. While true crime books have gained tremendous popularity in recent years, it is particularly important for Dziewior-Petermann that the victim's suffering will not be forgotten. Your action is, so to speak, "reparation" for the commercialization of crimes.

The commitment to victim families

The organization Anuas, which was founded in 2008, is a central part of this help. The association offers support for relatives of killed or missing people who simply try to survive in their everyday life. "Many people take their lives or become difficult to depend," warns Dziewior-Petermann and shows the need for psychosocial care. Some relatives need financial aid for a break, while others need legal support to enforce their claims.

a long way to healing

"People get the help they need to return to life," explains Dziewior-Petermann. Her commitment testifies to a deep understanding of the pain and the challenge of dealing with loss. Even if she doesn't read criminal stories or watches films herself, she knows how important it is to be heard the concerns of those affected. "The reality is terrible enough," she adds.

In today's world, in which True Crime is getting more and more attention, Dziewior-Petermann represents an important bridge with her initiative in order to raise awareness of the often forgotten victims and to provide them with the support they urgently need. At www.anuas.de, interested parties can learn more about the help offers and find out more about the initiative.

- Nag