Need a whole picture multi-agency response
Joint report into the response to child sexual abuse presents a clear call for improved multi-agency working. Read the full report here.
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MP briefing: Key issues for domestic abuse victims in the Coronavirus pandemic
Read briefing for MPs on key issues for domestic abuse victims in the Coronavirus pandemic and SafeLives support for professionals.
More must be done to help survivors of domestic abuse to be safe at home
SafeLives, a national domestic abuse charity, publishes new research today that reveals a system that fails to meet the needs of survivors, leaving many to fall into a cycle of homelessness and abuse.
More housing and support options for survivors of domestic abuse
SafeLives & Shared Lives Plus unite to enhance housing support for domestic abuse survivors with an innovative pilot scheme.
Ministry of Justice Idva training
SafeLives to train new Idvas under Ministry of Justice £40million boost for domestic abuse services. Get involved and employ and train Idvas for your service.
Latest ONS data Nov 18
ONS data reveals alarming gaps in addressing domestic abuse perpetrators. SafeLives urges a holistic approach for survivor protection.
Labour Violence against women and girls green paper
SafeLives welcomes Labour's VAWG green paper. Read breakdown of crucial measures proposed, from specialist services to family court training, in the fight against domestic abuse.
Joint letter prioritising the healthcare response
Read the five demands from 25 domestic abuse and health organisations calling on Secretary of State to prioritise the healthcare response to domestic abuse.
SafeLives calls on Government to invest in mental health support for children living with domestic abuse
87% of children saw abuse taking place: New domestic abuse service data reveals the severe mental health impact of domestic abuse on children. Read the report.