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.
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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.
SafeLives welcome Government move to make VAWG a national policing priority
We welcome the news that the Home Secretary is set to make tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) a national policing priority, known as a Strategic Policing priority, known as Strategic Policing Requirements (SPR) for forces in England and Wales.
30% of young people say they have used harmful behaviours in relationships, SafeLives research suggests.
Report, “Verge of Harming” published by SafeLives, reveals 30% of young people surveyed say they have used harmful behaviours in a relationship. Read key findings and full report.
Response to new Home Office measures to tackle domestic abuse
Home Office announces eight-point plan to respond to perpetrators and expands 'Ask for ANI' scheme. A vital step in tackling VAWG. Read SafeLives' repsonse.
SafeLives responds to the Government’s response to the Victims Bill pre-legislative scrutiny report
Statutory definition for Idvas is progress, but migrant survivor reporting mechanisms still needed. Read SafeLives' analysis of Government response
SafeLives respond to Home Office funding to support child victims of domestic abuse
Today the Home Office announced new funding of more than £10 million to organisations providing vital support to children who have survived domestic abuse. This will be rolled out through the 'Children Affected by Domestic Abuse Fund' over 3 years, to 8 organisations, including SafeLives.
Feeling confident, understood, and prepared for the future – where is RSE going wrong?
A member of the SafeLives’ Young Changemakers Panel shared their experience of Relationships and Sex Education classes with us.
New research finds Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) is falling seriously short of what young people need
SafeLives research report reveals significant gaps in the delivery and quality of statutory Relationships and Sex Education classes.
Appointment of Ellen Miller, Interim CEO
In autumn 2022 we announced that our CEO Suzanne Jacob, OBE would be taking parental leave from January 2023. Following an extensive and rigorous recruitment process, we are delighted to confirm the appointment of Ellen Miller as interim CEO.
SafeLives responds to Baroness Casey’s interim report on Met Police misconduct
Baroness Casey’s report is clear – fundamental change is needed in policing, both at the Metropolitan Police and elsewhere.
New report reveals shocking scale of domestic abuse faced by blind and partially sighted people
Startling findings: 1 in 12 visually impaired people in UK believed to experience domestic abuse, according to SafeLives and Vision Foundation. Read full report here
SafeLives’ response to The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel’s briefing paper into child safeguarding and domestic abuse
SafeLives strongly support the Child Safeguarding Practice Review panel's proposed four core practice principles that should underpin work with children and their families in relation to domestic abuse: Domestic abuse informed, Intersectional, Whole family & Trauma informed.
SafeLives’ response to the Justice Committee’s pre-legislative scrutiny of the draft Victims Bill
Justice Committee report: Idvas, migrant victims and community based services. We urge Government to heed the recommendations. Read our response and full report.