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Statement on the Independent Sentencing Review
We recognise the pressure on our criminal justice system—but it cannot come at the cost of survivors’ safety.
Domestic abuse is a national crisis – when will it be treated like one?
Domestic abuse is a national emergency: new data and a parliamentary report expose the scale of abuse and gaps in the response. This blog sets out what must happen next — and why survivors cannot afford to wait.
Unique and vital role of the Housing Idva
Discover the importance of empathetic support for domestic abuse survivors facing homelessness.
Why a gendered approach to supporting women experiencing homelessness with histories of violence is vital
These women, regardless of their exact situation, usually have one thing in common: violence. Estimates range between 44% - 89% of women who are homeless have also experienced violence either during or prior to becoming homeless
Thinking intersectionality: forced marriage and ‘honour’-based violence as forms of violence against women and girls in a context of structural inequality
Understanding forced marriage and 'honour'-based violence as violence against women and girls in a context of structural inequality. Analysis and advice from Imkaan.
State Accountability for All: Why Should BME Organisations Do Strategic Litigation?
Why should BME women’s organisations pursue strategic litigation? Dr Hannana Siddiqui’s four steps to push for legal and policy reform. Audio version available.
Dr Roxanne Khan: Three myths about ‘honour’-based violence
Dr. Roxanne Khan, a leading expert in 'honour'-based violence and Director of HARM (Honour Abuse Research Matrix) dispels myths about HBV. Discover her work and insights.
‘Honour’-based violence and risk
Dr Lis Bates writes on risk assessment in 'honour'-based violence and research insights that different types of cases may require adjusted risk assessment tools and responses.
Breaking the silence within Communities and Service-Providers
Afrah Qassim, Founder of Savera UK, on the challenges and critical work in safeguarding those at risk from harmful practices like ‘honour’-based violence, FGM, and forced marriage.
The Problem with Forced Marriage Legislation
Maz Idriss discusses some of the points arising from that article about whether the forced marriage legislation has had the desired effect of combating this major human rights violation.
Reflections of an Idva on ‘honour’-based abuse
In Tower Hamlets, domestic abuse and 'honour'-based violence are pressing issues. Read insights from senior Idva Tina Ciccotto.
Acknowledging sexual violence in forced marriage
Forced marriage is a direct outcome and consequence of patriarchal power over women’s bodies and lives.
‘Honour’ and violence against women- what’s in a name?
Preventing gender-based violence, language matters more than it should, the gravity of violence against women and girls is trivialised by references to cat-calling, slut-shaming and pussy-grabbing.
A trauma informed response for working with young people affected by domestic abuse
Domestic abuse certainly fits these criteria and can be exacerbated by the fact that the trauma is perpetrated by someone close to the victim and by the unpredictable nature of abuse.