When the system doesn’t see the signs: the link between domestic abuse and suicide
In 2024, more people died by suicide following domestic abuse than were killed by a partner. If we want to save lives, we must stop joining the dots too late.
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Marac-to-Marac Transfer Toolkit Scotland Launch
SafeLives launch toolkit for Marac professionals in Scotland on how to effectively manage risk during transitions.
Response to new Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s report: Shifting the Scales
SafeLives welcomes the Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s report, which provides a vital and sobering insight into the challenges faced by victims and survivors of domestic abuse when engaging with the criminal justice system.
Response to BBC investigation on coercive control training for social workers
Statement in response to BBC investigation that finds social workers lack training to tackle coercive abuse.
An open letter from SafeLives Pioneers and Changemakers
SafeLives Pioneers and Changemakers have written an open letter in light of racist and Islamophobic riots across the UK in August 2024.
SafeLives statement on Southport attack and subsequent far-right violence
SafeLives statement on the Southport attack and subsequent far-right violence.
Statement in response to the King’s Speech
We welcome the King’s Speech and are encouraged by the new Government's commitment to advancing key pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening the response to VAWG and domestic abuse.
SafeLives welcomes the new Government
We welcome the new Government and a new chance to tackle domestic abuse and all forms of violence against women and girls. This is a huge opportunity to work together to prevent domestic abuse, address risk, challenge perpetrators and support recovery.
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.
Powerful Hampshire project puts survivors at the heart of ending domestic abuse
Launch of our new project across Hampshire that will ensure the voices, experiences and expertise of victims and survivors are at the heart of the region’s response to domestic abuse. The two-year project will put local organisations and survivors at the heart of tackling domestic abuse by supporting them to share lived experience and develop best practice.
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.
Her Majesty The Queen meets with SafeLives’ Changemakers
Her Majesty welcomes SafeLives Changemakers to Buckingham Palace for a discussion on championing the voices of young people, in the mission to end domestic abuse.
Appointment of new SafeLives CEO
In autumn 2023, our CEO, Suzanne Jacob OBE, announced that she would be stepping down in spring 2024 to allow a new leader to take forward SafeLives’ mission to end domestic abuse into the next decade.
£1m safety net for domestic abuse survivors as SafeLives and NatWest renew crucial frontline fund
Over 4k survivors of domestic abuse have already been supported by the Circle Fund, with a further £1m donation ensuring vital needs are met quickly
Innovative new project gives voice to survivors of domestic abuse
Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, SafeLives announces £1.44m project across Bolton, Leicestershire and Sheffield that puts local organisations and survivors at the heart of tackling domestic abuse