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Government amends Policing Bill to define domestic abuse and sexual violence as forms of serious violence
Today, the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill is back in Parliament, where members of the House of Lords will…
Survivor set up peer group for round-the-clock support for domestic abuse victims
By Rini I’m not a victim. I’m a strong, independent woman, earning a six-figure salary at a top investment bank…
Early intervention would save lives
Throughout her childhood, Joanne watched as her father beat up her mother before he turned his fists and weapons on…
Supporting the needs of older victims of domestic abuse
A chance encounter six years ago at a refuge run by Churches Housing Association of Dudley and District (CHADD) led…
Transparency milestone in the family courts
By Natalie Page, founder of the global campaign for survivor family justice #thecourtsaid, and director of Survivor Family Network In…
Journalists can play a great role in preventing domestic abuse
Everyone has a part to play when it comes to tackling domestic abuse and the media certainly has a key…
Our support for male victims
The role of the Domestic Abuse Commissioner is to champion all victims and survivors of domestic abuse and championing male survivors and their…
Much more to do to help migrant survivors
For too many migrant victims and survivors of domestic abuse, having insecure immigration status creates insurmountable barriers to safety. Championing…
Safety Before Status: a survivor’s story
Please note that this story contains descriptions of domestic abuse which may be distressing or traumatising to some. After experiencing…