We offer consultancy and training on the prevention of domestic violence and abuse (DVA). We work with organisations and companies, online and face-to-face, to deliver small and large training events and conferences. We answer individual queries, audit policies and procedures, and improve accessibility for service users and customers, employees and communities.

Examples:

  • Training, single and multi-agency, on awareness and understanding of the dynamics that operate in an abusive relationship (and post-separation)
  • Training and consultancy on all aspects of violence and abuse, including impact of culture and inequality
  • Reviewing policies and procedures
  • Domestic Homicide Review (Home Office accredited)
  • Developing campaigns with survivors

Courses

Understanding Domestic Violence and Abuse

An introductory-level awareness-raising course for non-specialist workers. To understand how Domestic Violence and Abuse affects individuals and communities and how to respond effectively.

Learning objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the meaning and scope of Domestic Violence and Abuse and the role of gender socialisation.

2. Understand the impact of Domestic Violence and Abuse on adults and children.

3. Understand what prevents victims / survivors leaving abusive relationships.

4. Identify barriers to reporting and address agencies’ difficulties in responding.

5. Identify some risk factors and the importance of working within good practice guidelines to support disclosure.


Feedback
“I attended DV training today with Diversity Trust. I wholly recommend it and what a fantastic and mixed group full of emotional intelligence, experience and insight. Thank you Diversity Trust.” Sara Ackrill, Independent Support Worker.


Course Outline
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How to book:

Drop us an email info@diversitytrust.org.uk


Consultancy

Get in touch to discuss consultancy around this topic, including bespoke training, audits and more.


Guest Speaking

Get in touch to discuss having a guest speaker for conferences and events.


Support

Useful Websites

National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247
Contact the National Domestic Abuse Helpline 24-hours a day, for free and in confidence. Available 24/7/365
Website: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Refuge
For women and children. Against domestic abuse.
Website: https://www.refuge.org.uk/dva-act/

Women’s Aid
A grassroots federation working together to provide life-saving services in England and
building a future where domestic violence is not tolerated.
Website: https://www.womensaid.org.uk

Safelives
Sharing what works to cut domestic abuse so that more families are safe is what SafeLives does best. As well as providing training for those working in domestic violence and abuse.
Website: https://safelives.org.uk

Galop
The LGBT+ anti-violence charity.
Website: http://www.galop.org.uk

Respect
Respect is a pioneering UK domestic abuse organisation leading the development of safe, effective work with perpetrators, male victims and young people using violence in their close relationships.
Website: https://www.respect.uk.net

Mankind
Support for male victims of domestic abuse and male victims of domestic violence from across the whole of the UK.
Website: https://www.mankind.org.uk

Men’s Advice Line
The Men’s Advice Line is for male victims of domestic abuse. They offer confidential advice, non-judgmental emotional support, practical information and help.
Website: https://mensadviceline.org.uk

Next Link Bristol
Domestic abuse support services as well as providing women’s mental health support services and independent support for victims of rape and sexual abuse.
Website: https://nextlinkhousing.co.uk