Honouring Sabina Nessa
Statement on the tragic loss of Sabina Nessa
VAWG
Domestic abuse charity welcomes refresh of UK Government’s Ending Violence Against Women and Girls strategy
Important new commitments from UK Government on Violence Against Women and Girls strategy. Emphasis on access, justice, online safety, and healthcare training.
Call on Government to extend Serious Violence Prevention duty to include domestic abuse, domestic homicide and sexual violence
Read why domestic abuse, homicide, and sexual violence must be incorporated in Serious Violence Prevention duty to protect victims and improve justice outcomes.
SafeLives receives grant from Big Lottery Fund to support survivors of domestic abuse in Scotland
SafeLives receives Big Lottery Fund grant to end domestic abuse postcode lottery in Scotland, bridging gaps in services and amplifying survivor voices.
As lockdown lifts
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.
Policing: misconduct and wholesale culture change
Policing in England and Wales is going through a period of huge change, sometimes supported and sometimes not, by the infrastructure that surrounds it.
Why a gendered approach to supporting women experiencing homelessness with histories of violence is vital
These women, regardless of their exact situation, usually have one thing in common: violence. Estimates range between 44% - 89% of women who are homeless have also experienced violence either during or prior to becoming homeless
Thinking intersectionality: forced marriage and ‘honour’-based violence as forms of violence against women and girls in a context of structural inequality
Understanding forced marriage and 'honour'-based violence as violence against women and girls in a context of structural inequality. Analysis and advice from Imkaan.
State Accountability for All: Why Should BME Organisations Do Strategic Litigation?
Why should BME women’s organisations pursue strategic litigation? Dr Hannana Siddiqui’s four steps to push for legal and policy reform. Audio version available.