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Why we need to be aware of domestic abuse?

How can we help?

Seeing the signs, offering a kind word and providing information on how to access professional support may change or save someone’s life.

The Statistics

According to the Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW) year ending March 2020 an estimated 7.3% of women (1.6 million) and 3.6% of men (757,000) experienced domestic abuse in the last year.

Why we need to be aware of domestic abuse?

Build confidence to identify the signs someone may be at risk of harm
Work effectively with survivors to ensure their safety
Have a common understanding of the issues

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We have made every effort to ensure the information contained in this training is correct and up to date.

We are conscious that domestic abuse is an emotive and sensitive subject and may trigger you to have concerns in relation to yourself or someone else. Please ensure you share these concerns and get support, advice and guidance.

Some useful numbers and links are:

National Women's Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247; nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Mankind: 01823 334244; https://www.mankind.org.uk/

Galop 0800 999 5428; http://www.galop.org.uk/

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