How independent domestic violence advisors (Idvas) work with hospitals to support women experiencing domestic abuse during pregnancy.

A practical guide for commissioners and strategic professionals in the health sector and practice briefings for GPs, hospitals and mental health.

Survey highlights overwhelming toll on physical and mental health for domestic abuse victims. London healthcare providers miss chances to help. Read the full report.

New research highlights failings of mental health services in supporting domestic abuse survivors. Read the full report for insights.

Read why domestic abuse, homicide, and sexual violence must be incorporated in Serious Violence Prevention duty to protect victims and improve justice outcomes.

New data reveals rising demand for domestic abuse services during lockdown with 61% of survivors unable to seek help. Government urged to fund vital services.

Sharon Baker is a Chief Inspector who has spoken out powerfully about her own experience of domestic abuse whilst a police officer, explaining that her body armour and rank, which normally offer an element of ‘strength’, did nothing to protect her from controlling and coercive behaviour.

Improve the healthcare response, independent, client-led specialist domestic violence charity providing crisis intervention and on-going support to women experiencing domestic violence.

One in five children have been exposed to domestic abuse. SafeLives estimates that around 130,000 children in the UK live in households with high-risk domestic abuse; that is, where there is a significant risk of harm or death