The Power of an Idva
As part of our 16 Days 2024 campaign, SafeLives staff member and survivor of domestic abuse shares why the role of the Idva holds so much power.
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In this library you will find our latest press releases, statements and blogs. Please contact us for expert interview, comment, analysis and data. We have a wealth of experience speaking on television and radio, advising documentary makers, and speaking at national conferences and events.
Featured news
Echo: a pioneering new survivor project
We announce the start of a pioneering new project to transform local responses to domestic abuse, and is calling on survivors across Bolton, Leicestershire and Sheffield to have their voices heard.
Victims and Prisoners Bill becomes law
We welcome the Victims Bill becoming law. However, there is still much more to do to ensure all victims of domestic abuse can access the support they need.
Best practice responding to domestic violence and abuse in primary care
Annie Howells, Programme Director for IRIS, reflects on best practice around domestic abuse in primary care. Learn more about the IRIS model of training and support for GP practices.
Improving the health response to domestic abuse in Blackpool
A reflection on delivering specialist training and referral pathways to GP practices with the Pathfinder project. Read about the significant impact it’s made in Blackpool.
Medical power and control wheel
A tool for healthcare professionals on responding appropriately to domestic abuse disclosures. Mel Goodway, IRISi, explains the Medical Power and Control Wheel.
Transforming the primary health response to domestic abuse in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Improve the healthcare response, independent, client-led specialist domestic violence charity providing crisis intervention and on-going support to women experiencing domestic violence.
SafeLives publishes new report into psychological abuse
New research into non-physical domestic abuse finds that 91% of survivors experienced psychological abuse at some point in their relationship.
“A life barely half lived”: Domestic abuse practitioners’ experiences of supporting survivors of psychological abuse
Read about domestic abuse practitioners’ experiences of supporting survivors and challenges in tackling psychological abuse.
SafeLives’ research into psychological abuse
This European wide research aimed to establish a clear and consistent definition of ‘Psychological Violence’ and amplify the voices of survivors.
Response to announcement to invest in prisons
Read SafeLives response to £2.5 billion investment and why the solution to breaking the cycle of domestic abuse is not just about prison.
Call for government to invest in domestic abuse support
New research highlights not enough funding or support in place for domestic abuse victims and survivors as UK Government tables Domestic Abuse Bill.
Remember Banaz
‘Honour’-Based Abuse Memorial Day: Remembering Banaz Mahmod from her sister Payzee Mahmod, and what we can all do to protect victims of ‘honour’-based abuse.
We will not end domestic abuse without supporting LGBT+ rights
Celebrating 50 years of pride and progress. A SafeLives staff member reflects on the LGBTQ+ journey and the importance of ending discrimination.
Domestic abuse and the family court
Many families who have experienced domestic abuse find themselves in family court. Some are subject to care proceedings, where children are removed from mothers who have been assessed as “unable to protect” their children from the domestic abuse they are experiencing themselves