About training with SafeLives
Our training supports professionals to recognise the signs of domestic abuse, understand the issues, and respond quickly and effectively when a victim needs help.
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Getting into the domestic abuse sector
Our training courses are aimed at those who are currently working in the sector; however, we have listed some practical steps you could take which...
Counter allegations
Both parties alleging abuse is a common challenge for professionals encountering domestic abuse. Find out more about counter or dual allegations and our guidance for...
Collaboration between IDVAs and Community Psychiatric Nurses
Vickie Crompton on the case for collaboration between Idvas and community psychiatric nurses. Read the learning from innovative practice in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Helping victims in Scotland become safer, sooner
Jen Douglas, Scottish Engagement Lead, talks about the tools for speedy, precise risk assessment for domestic abuse victims to ensure swift, appropriate support.
How can we learn the lessons from Domestic Homicide Reviews (DHRs)?
James Rowlands, Sussex University, discusses how we can best use DHRs to prevent repeated mistakes around information sharing and risk identification.
Guidance for MARACs
Resources for practitioners attending Marac, including guidance about repeat cases, GDPR and information sharing and supporting victims from a range of backgrounds.
A night with Police Scotland
Join Lucy McDonald, SafeLives' Programme Lead for Scotland, on a insightful night shift with Police Scotland, observing their crucial response to domestic abuse.
Reflections of a refuge worker on forced marriage, ‘honour’-based abuse and homelessness
Shigufta Khan is CEO of Blackburn, Darwen & District Without Abuse. In this blog, Shigufta reflects on the added barriers families often face when rebuilding...
Detailed response to the Race Report
Read our critique of the UK Race Report: missed opportunities and recognising lived experience, immigration, mental health disparities and grassroots voices.