In Claire’s words: being a Pioneer
Claire, founder of charity VOICES which supports survivors to rebuild their lives, explains what being a SafeLives Pioneer means to her.
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LGBT+ survivors and mental health
Central to the LGBT+ Spotlight was the troubling finding that victims of domestic abuse who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT+) are more...
Like a Supernova: Why a volunteer project built a tool for the global LGBTQIA+ community
Why a volunteer project built a tool for the global LGBTQIA+ community. Michelle, Supernova Project, tells us more about this ambitious and pioneering global initiative.
Looking back on three years of coercive control legislation
Three years since coercive control was criminalised Suzanne Jacob CEO reflects on embedding change in the police and criminal justice system
Managing cases with complex needs at Marac
Counter-allegations in domestic abuse cases can be complex. Luke Martin writes on how understanding power dynamics is crucial for identifying primary victims.
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.
Navigating the language – listening to the words women use to describe their mental health and hearing what they need
Listening to the words women use to describe their mental health. Medina Johnson, Chief Executive of IRISi, on transforming survivors' experiences in healthcare.
Now is the time to reach in
With an end to Covid-19 lockdowns in sight, it's crucial to remember those still trapped with domestic abuse perpetrators. Read how to reach in and...
One year on
The world has awakened to domestic abuse during the pandemic, but we must sustain the momentum and support for victims. CEO Suzanne Jacob reflects a...
Poem ‘Dear Dad’
This poem was written by Susie (now an adult and SafeLives Pioneer) when she was 13 years old.