“It Doesn’t Stop at the Front Door”: Why Domestic Abuse Is a Workplace Issue Too

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Shared by Jon Chappell, National Centre for Domestic Violence (NCDV) Chloe (name changed) told us: “I used to believe that when I left home for…

What is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month?

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My colleagues and myself are often asked ‘what is domestic abuse awareness month?’  To anyone working in the violence against women and girls’ sector, we…

Why Are Protective Orders Temporary, When the Impact of Abuse Is Lifelong?

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NCDV Training & Development Manager, Sally Herzog, puts forward the case for all protective orders to be long-lasting, to assist with the long-term recovery of…

Working Together to Protect Victims/Survivors: How All Services Can Use NCDV to Provide Emergency Legal Protection

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Every day, professionals across sectors encounter individuals experiencing domestic abuse — often at their most vulnerable. Whether you're a social worker, police officer, healthcare provider,…

NUPFC affiliated to NCDV

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"It is with great pleasure that we welcome the National Union of Professional Foster Carers NUPFC), who have affiliated to NCDV.  NUPFC is the first…

The Deafening Silence: Leaving an Abusive Relationship and the Loss of Hyper-Vigilance

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Survivors of abusive relationships often hear that leaving is the gateway to safety. But the reality is far more complex, especially for those who share…

Pro Bono Support for Victims of Domestic Abuse Touches 4,500 in 2024

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NCDV announces that it has provided pro bono legal support to 4,484 victims and survivors of domestic abuse in the year ending 31st December 2024.…

Running for Change: Abigail Hewitt’s Inspiring Journey with NCDV

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Meet Abigail Hewitt, a passionate advocate and athlete who is channelling her energy into making a difference. Abi is running the Manchester Marathon on 27th…

Women in Prison

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NCDV’s mission is to make domestic abuse and violence socially unacceptable. We want everyone to be safe and that includes people who are seen to…

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Romance Fraud – The ultimate mind game, when your emotional and financial abuser doesn’t even exist

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What is Romance Fraud? Also known as Romance Fraud, Romance Baiting and Online Dating Romance Scams, they are a form of online fraud where a…

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Management Team takes on NCDV leadership from long-standing Chief Executive in a new Guildford home.

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We would like like to bring you up to date with a series of recent internal developments leading to an exciting new chapter in NCDV’s…

International Women’s Day – Worth Celebrating

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The 8th March has been celebrated since the early 1900s, but it was after the launch of www.internationalwomensday.com in 2001 that it really gained momentum.…

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