Supporting GBT men: The Dyn Project
GBT inclusive support: The Dyn Project gives tailored support to men across Wales facing domestic abuse. Discover their impactful work.
Survivor stories
SafeLives’ research into psychological abuse
This European wide research aimed to establish a clear and consistent definition of ‘Psychological Violence’ and amplify the voices of survivors.
Poem ‘Dear Dad’
This poem was written by Susie (now an adult and SafeLives Pioneer) when she was 13 years old.
Opening up the conversation: why engaging men and boys is so important
Josh Taylor is a Research Analyst at SafeLives, working primarily on Drive - our innovative programme in partnership with Respect and Social Finance, which addresses the behaviour of high-harm perpetrators. He is also the research lead on a new project, gathering the voices and experiences of men and boys.
Not just witnesses: Children, domestic abuse and mental health
A SafeLives Pioneer’s experience of domestic abuse in childhood, and the mental health impacts. World Mental Health Day 2019.
In Claire’s words: being a Pioneer
Claire, founder of charity VOICES which supports survivors to rebuild their lives, explains what being a SafeLives Pioneer means to her.
Improving the health response to domestic abuse in Blackpool
A reflection on delivering specialist training and referral pathways to GP practices with the Pathfinder project. Read about the significant impact it’s made in Blackpool.
Importance of Children’s Social Care responding to the whole family
Discover emerging ‘whole family’ approaches to domestic abuse. Professor of social work, Nicky Stanley, discusses new interventions, models and evaluations.
Impact of moving or staying put on the recovery on women experiencing domestic abuse
Survivors of domestic abuse face complex choices when it comes to staying or leaving their homes, each with its own emotional and safety implications.