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16 Days of Activism – Chief Inspector Sharon Baker’s Story

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.
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Valentine’s Message: Vicky

Read a message shared with us by Vicky, a survivor of domestic abuse and SafeLives Pioneer. Help us end domestic abuse this Valentine's Day.
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Valentine’s Message: Melani

Read a message shared with us by Melani, a survivor of domestic abuse and SafeLives Pioneer. Help us end domestic abuse this Valentine's Day.

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