Become a qualified Children’s Domestic Abuse Advocate (CHIDVA) with our OCNLR Level 3 certified training. We’ll equip you with the knowledge, tools and strategies essential for working with child victims and survivors of domestic abuse.

In 2024, more people died by suicide following domestic abuse than were killed by a partner. If we want to save lives, we must stop joining the dots too late.

At SafeLives, we believe in changing lives. Since our inception two decades ago, we’ve carried the Starfish Story in our hearts, using it to remind ourselves and professionals across the country why every single intervention matters.

Learn how SafeLives is working to improve how London manages the risk of serious harm from domestic abuse. Read our latest research and recommendations.

To achieve the OCN Diploma in Domestic Abuse learners must be based in England or Wales and complete one Level 3 Foundation accredited training course and three Level 3 Specialist accredited training courses with SafeLives to support victims and survivors of domestic abuse.

SafeLives launch toolkit for Marac professionals in Scotland on how to effectively manage risk during transitions.

Guidance on how to effectively manage risk during transitions, emphasising the importance of proactive information sharing and coordinated multi-agency support.

SafeLives best practice guidance for professionals in Scotland responding to counter allegations at Marac.

This ruling sends a dangerous message to victims of abuse and violence that policing remains unable to hold itself fully accountable, even in cases where officers pose a known risk.