Latest ONS figures reinforce the case for stronger domestic abuse data and survivor support
SafeLives responds to the latest ONS figures on domestic abuse, highlighting gaps in data, the need for stronger survivor support and sustained investment.
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“Hi, Someone Gave Me Your Number…”
For Black History Month, Dawn Munroe explores the power of community connections, the experiences of Black and Brown domestic abuse survivors, and why By and For organisations must be recognised, properly resourced and included in decisions that shape the sector.
Teenage relationship abuse remains too often overlooked: welcoming new research from The Children’s Society
We welcome the recently published report from The Children's Society, Red flags we don't see: Missed signs and missed support in teenage relationships. The report was launched at a fringe event at the Labour Party Conference, where SafeLives' Associate Director of Authentic Voice, Sally Steadman spoke.
Response to publication of the UK Government’s Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan
We welcome publication of the Government’s ‘Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan’. The document is a positive step towards recognising that domestic abuse is neither inevitable or acceptable.
SafeLives welcomes the Ministry of Justice’s new pilot scheme to provide better support to domestic abuse victims in the family courts
Family courts must change to support domestic abuse victims. SafeLives welcomes the Ministry of Justice's pilot scheme but calls for mandatory training and more support.
Suzanne Jacob responds to the announcement that tackling VAWG will be added to the Strategic Policing Requirement
We welcome the Home office announcement that tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) will be added to the Strategic Policing Requirement, and given the same priority as terrorism, organised crime and child sexual abuse
New training package launched to grow the workforce responding to perpetrators of domestic abuse
New package of training courses developed by experts for professionals in perpetrator services from Respect, in partnership with SafeLives and Drive.
SafeLives calls for Government to allocate adequate funding to support migrant survivors of domestic abuse with insecure immigration status
Our response to the Home Office's response to the Domestic Abuse Commissioner's report Safety before Status.
When are we safe, when are we home?
We talk a lot as a sector working to end domestic abuse, about the concept of being safe at home. We're individuals and organisations who understand that 'safety' and 'home' are complex.
SafeLives respond to NPCC and the College of Policing’s ‘Policing VAWG National Framework for Delivery’
New national framework presents a leadership opportunity. We urge the police to take it. Misogyny, racism and homophobia must have no place in policing.
SafeLives commissioned to develop training for family law practitioners
SafeLives have been commissioned by the Legal Education Foundation to develop and deliver a series of training courses for family law practitioners.
16 Days of Activism – Pioneers speak to Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPP)
On Friday 26 November, our Pioneers participated in a webinar for Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) sharing their experience of engaging with HMPPS as a victim and survivor of domestic abuse.
16 Days of Activism – A Pioneer account of the Civil Courts
One of our brave SafeLives Pioneers talks about her experience of the civil justice system.
16 Days of Activism – Chief Inspector Sharon Baker’s Story
Sharon Baker is a Chief Inspector who has spoken out powerfully about her own experience of domestic abuse whilst a police officer, explaining that her body armour and rank, which normally offer an element of ‘strength’, did nothing to protect her from controlling and coercive behaviour.
Response to Home Secretary’s change to Policing Bill
SafeLives welcome the Home Secretary’s announcement today that she is laying down an amendment to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Court Bill to include domestic abuse and sexual violence within its definition of ‘serious violence’. This amendment will make it clear to local authorities, police forces and other agencies that they must address domestic abuse and sexual violence to the same degree as knife crime and homicide.