BelfastD&SVP

We would like to hear your views. @Justice_ni wants to improve the experience of victims of crime throughout all stages of the criminal justice process. Read more: justice-ni.gov.uk/news/victims-v…

South Eastern Area for Domestic & Sexual Violence and Abuse Partnership have a new website and it's now live! The website is full of information about the Partnership and includes useful resources and links to relevant support. 🌟southeastern-dsvap.co.uk 🌟

Drop-in service is running on Wednesday 4th March at Shankill Women's Centre from 10am-12pm! If you or someone you know needs support or advice, please drop in. The session is free and confidential, call in and have a chat with us.

Today is UK #Helplines Awareness day. We work with partners who play an important role in building safer communities through reducing reoffending & supporting victims of crime. Their helplines provide critical support for people facing distress & crisis. Useful Helpline numbers:

Assistant Director Aideen McLaughlin recently attended the joint partnership event hosted by @BelfastPcsp & @Belfastdsvp. The event was very engaging & informative on the work to end violence against women & girls. It also highlighted the Haven App - belfastdvp.co.uk/haven-belfast-…

A great turnout yesterday evening at our joint meeting with @BelfastPcsp to talk about our Partnership response to domestic & sexual abuse & work taking place across Belfast. Thanks to our partners @assistni_ @PoliceServiceNI @BelfastTrust @WomensaidBelLis for their contributions

If you’re worried that your partner, ex-partner or the partner of someone you know has a history of violence & abuse, you can ask the @PoliceServiceNI to check for you using the Domestic Violence and Abuse Disclosure Scheme. READ MORE: nidirect.gov.uk/articles/check… #16DaysOfActivism

The voices of children & young people are often not heard when we talk about the impact of domestic abuse. Children & young people always deserve to have their voices, thoughts and feelings heard. For more info on support visit: womensaidni.org #16DaysOfActivism

We were delighted to be at @niassembly yesterday for the Speakers event to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women & Girls and highlighting the crucial work of @WomensAidNI @Justice_NI @healthdpt

Domestic Homicide Review Learning & Professional Curiosity Conference. With many thanks to @BelfastPcsp for funding and our key partners @WomensAidNI @Justice_NI @PBNINews @PoliceServiceNI @AAFDA6 @BelfastTrust @WomensaidBelLis

On Tuesday, Day 1 of the 16 Days of Activism, we delivered a conference on Domestic Homicide Review Learning around the theme of Professional Curiosity with input from a range of partner agencies @WomensAidNI @Justice_NI @PBNINews @PoliceServiceNI @AAFDA6 @BelfastTrust

Abuse is not just physical – it can be emotional, financial, coercive control or online. If you are suffering from domestic abuse – reach out to a local support organisation @VictimSupportNI or @WomensAidNI or call @dsahelpline on 0808 802 1414. #NoExcuse #ActToEndViolence

What happens when a #DomesticAbuse file is sent to the PPS? In this video we explain how a prosecutor will consider the available evidence and decide whether a suspect should be prosecuted. We also explain your right to request a review of a ‘no prosecution’ decision.

Women’s Aid NI today have published our regional statistics for 2024/25. They show a snapshot of the reality for thousands of women across Northern Ireland who have experienced abuse, often in their own homes. For info on support visit: womensaidni.org #16DaysOfActivism

“It’s important we start to push back against misogynistic & sexist attitudes”   WATCH: @Justice_NI Minister @naomi_long talk about her experience of online abuse & trolling as she pledges her support to #16DaysofActivism.

What is Domestic Abuse? In a series of new videos, PPS staff explain what constitutes a domestic incident, how we handle these sensitive cases and the support available to victims during the criminal justice process. @dsahelpline @PoliceServiceNI @VictimSupportNI @Nexus_NI

A great Domestic Abuse Conference today facilitated by colleagues @BelfastTrust with input from a wide range of our partner members including our very own Chair & Vice Chair

The Belfast Trust DA Conference Rarely take part in a conference of such depth of talent/breadth of subject matter. We are currently being spoken to about adult child to parent abuse by the excellent Karen McCall chair of the @Belfastdsvp and service manager of Children's Gateway

Speaking on #InternationalMensDay, @Justice_NI Minister @naomi_long urges any man experiencing domestic abuse to come forward and seek help. Read More: justice-ni.gov.uk/news/long-call… Contact @dsahelpline on 0808 802 1414 available 24/7.

The Domestic Violence and Abuse Disclosure Scheme (DVADS) gives members of the public a 'Right to Ask' where there is a concern around domestic abuse. More information can be found here: psni.police.uk/safety-and-sup…