Understanding Sexual Violence and Abuse The terms “rape,” “sexual assault,” “sexual abuse,” and “sexual violence” are often used interchangeably. However, they can have different meanings depending on the situation, context,
What Is Clare’s Law? Clare’s Law, officially called the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS), gives you the legal right to ask the police if your partner or someone you are
In many migrant communities across the UK, domestic abuse doesn’t always come with raised voices or visible bruises. Sometimes it’s quiet. Sometimes it’s wrapped up in obedience, family duty, or
The Impact of Adultification on Children In safeguarding work whether in domestic and sexual abuse, gang exploitation, or youth criminalization there is a silent but profoundly damaging issue at play:
Laughter is often associated with joy, relief or humour but for many survivors of trauma, it can serve as a mask, shield or even an unconscious coping mechanism. It’s a
Recent events involving young people, both as victims and perpetrators of violence have shocked communities across the UK. The murders of Kelyan Bokassa, Leo Rossa, and Thomas Taylor as well
