Spotlights

Shining a light on the hidden victims of domestic abuse

Our 2016-2019 Spotlights series shone a light on hidden victims of domestic abuse. We explored the experiences of victim groups who face additional barriers to accessing support, and can feel ‘hidden’ from services. Discover insight from survivors, practitioners, academics and other experts, alongside our own research and data.

The hidden victims of domestic abuse

Older people and domestic abuse spotlight

What can we do to reach older victims? And how can we make sure they become – and stay – safe?

Woman in a wheelchair receiving keys with a house keychain.

Disabled people and domestic abuse spotlight

Disabled women are more likely to experience domestic abuse, but referral rates to domestic abuse services are low. So how can we better support disabled survivors?

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Young people and domestic abuse spotlight

Helping professionals support young people aged 13 to 17 years old who experience domestic abuse or demonstrate harmful behaviour

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‘Honour’-based violence and forced marriage spotlight

This spotlight focuses on the experiences of people at risk of 'honour'-based violence (HBV) and forced marriage.

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Homelessness and domestic abuse spotlight

Homeless people face additional barriers to accessing support. This spotlight focuses on how professionals can better reach them.

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LGBT+ people and domestic abuse spotlight

LGBT+ people face significant barriers when accessing support. We believe everyone deserves the right to become safe and well, whoever you are.

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Domestic abuse and mental health spotlight

Domestic abuse has a severe and lasting impact on mental health – yet many survivors struggle to access the support they need.

Parenting through domestic abuse spotlight

This Spotlight looks at the experiences of parents experiencing domestic abuse and engaging with children's social care.

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