Working with survivors of domestic abuse: Cafcass
In this blog, a Cafcass Family Court Adviser shares her experience and thoughts on domestic abuse as it affects proceedings concerning children in the family courts
Whole Picture, Whole Family
Why Ofsted believe in the whole family approach
Ofsted works closely with the Care Quality Commission, HMI Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services and HMI Probation, carrying out joint inspections to see how well local agencies in an area work together to protect children. Children living with domestic abuse was the focus of our inspection programme in 2016.
We need to take domestic abuse as seriously as national security
Discover how experiences in the Cabinet Office Briefing Rooms can inform domestic abuse responses and why it's time to prioritise safety behind closed doors.
Voices of experience: Survivor reflections on Children’s Social Care
Social care, Cafcass, courts, and survivors: A closer look. Learn how survivors' experiences can shape better support for families affected by abuse.
Six tips to support LGBT+ parents who have experienced domestic abuse
Six essential tips for professionals working with LGBT+ parents who are survivors, from Millie Fry, specialist LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Caseworker and Idva at Galop.
Role of hospitals in responding to domestic abuse and mental health
Identification and hospital Idvas. Impactful investments by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust in responding to domestic abuse.
Experiences of male victims in the context of Children’s social care
The response of Children’s Social Care to matters of domestic abuse has changed drastically in the last few decades, however, there is still often a disparity between the risk we identify male perpetrators posing to that of female perpetrators.
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.
Children are not hidden victims of domestic abuse
A model that sees the whole picture for the whole family. Learn more about SafeLives’ ‘One Front Door’ model that links the needs of individuals and the families they belong to.