Difference data can make
Research Analyst at SafeLives looks at how the collection of data can provide the vital support survivors need. Find out about good practice and key metrics.
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Collaboration between Idvas and Community Psychiatric Nurses
Vickie Crompton on the case for collaboration between Idvas and community psychiatric nurses. Read the learning from innovative practice in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Children’s social workers, domestic abuse and collaborative working
Consultant and social worker Vashti Wickers on training and curiosity in child protection. Read why all social workers should be equipped to respond effectively to domestic abuse.
Breaking the silence within Communities and Service-Providers
Afrah Qassim, Founder of Savera UK, on the challenges and critical work in safeguarding those at risk from harmful practices like ‘honour’-based violence, FGM, and forced marriage.
Best practice responding to domestic violence and abuse in primary care
Annie Howells, Programme Director for IRIS, reflects on best practice around domestic abuse in primary care. Learn more about the IRIS model of training and support for GP practices.
Barriers to accessing services for LGBT+ victims and survivors
Dr Jasna Magić and Peter Kelley from Galop discuss barriers and additional challenges faced by LGBT+ victims. Discover insights from their work with LGBT+ survivors of domestic abuse.
A week in the life of a specialist LGBT Idva
Discover what goes on for Sajida Bandali, a senior LGBT Idva at Birmingham LGBT, in this weekly breakdown.
A view from the frontline: the role of the Mental Health Idva
Find out about the creation and intricacies of the Mental Health Idva role, from conception to referrals to interventions. Guest blog from Amber Canham.
“A life barely half lived”: Domestic abuse practitioners’ experiences of supporting survivors of psychological abuse
Read about domestic abuse practitioners’ experiences of supporting survivors and challenges in tackling psychological abuse.