Understanding diverse communities' and their experiences of domestic abuse

Training Course • Safer Places Professional Training and Development

About the CPD course

Domestic and sexual abuse happens in every community and there is no evidence to suggest that women from some ethnic or cultural communities are any more at risk than others However: the form the abuse takes may vary; in some communities: for example: domestic abuse may be perpetrated by extended family members: or it may include forced marriage: or female genital mutilation. This training session will give you an insight into the prevalence and distinct nature of abuse perpetrated against Ethnic Minority survivors and the additional barriers they face to access support services.

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Safer Places Professional Training and Development

Safer Places is a not-for-profit organisation working in Essex and Hertfordshire. We aim to ensure the safety, improve the quality of life and reduce repeat victimisation of adults and children fleeing from or living with domestic abuse, by providing a comprehensive service of support. This involves offering advice and information, safe refuge accommodation, community based floating support, a 24 hour support line, counselling, legal services, education and training (in life skills such as literacy, numeracy, language, hobbies and employment).