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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...
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Recognising and supporting disabled victims of domestic abuse
Why are Marac referral rates for disabled women so low? Ruth Bashall, Director of Stay Safe East, unpicks this discrepancy and gives guidance for professionals.
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...
Six tips to support LGBT+ parents who have experienced domestic abuse
Six essential tips for professionals working with LGBT+ parents who are survivors, from Millie Fry, specialist LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Caseworker and Idva at Galop.
Understanding disabled women’s experiences of domestic abuse
Breaking down barriers: How intersectionality helps understand disabled women's experience of domestic abuse. Dr Ravi K. Thiara gives guidance for professionals and services.
What Domestic Homicide Reviews tell us about the abuse of older people
Supporting older victims. Discover the findings from Standing Together's review and how professionals can make a difference for older victims.
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...
Why education is important for understanding domestic abuse
The need for education and prevention is vital. We know how children are impacted greatly by violence that is happening in the home; according to...
World Elder Abuse Day 2021: Transforming the domestic abuse response for older people
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was launched by the International Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organisation in 2006. On 15th...
Policing: misconduct and wholesale culture change
Policing in England and Wales is going through a period of huge change, sometimes supported and sometimes not, by the infrastructure that surrounds it.