SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "dear Idvas, specialist Idvas and DA frontline professionals. We have something you won’t want to miss…"
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Although #16Days has now finished we have an exciting announcement...
#DAFrontlineExcellenceConference #NoExcuse #VAWG #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "by advocating for prevention strategies, including education for young people, to stop abuse before it starts".
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📢 But that’s not all 📢
We have an important announcement to make…
Head back later today to find out more.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "sign up for domestic abuse training today".
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⭐We’re a UK leading provider of #DomesticAbuse #Training⭐️
- Introductory
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- Accredited
- Specialist
- CPD
- Bespoke
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#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "we are constantly hearing stories of trauma, and being reminded of the worst things humans can do to one another, and it is so hard to manage the effects of it on you as an individual (Independent domestic violence advisor, Idva)".
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#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa #SurvivorVoice #AuthenticVoice #MentalHealth #VicariousTrauma
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of woman with her head in her hands and text that reads "the pressure to deliver is relentless leading to burnout and a high turnover of staff (Independent domestic violence advisor, Idva)".
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🧠 Burnout is defined as mental exhaustion, detachment and reduced effectiveness, arising from poor management of chronic workplace stress.
#Idvas / #Idaas tell us that burnout and the threat of burnout is endemic.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of young girl talking to an older woman and text that reads "the volume of victims compared to the number of Idvas is incredibly dangerous when thinking of risk management (Independent domestic violence advisor, Idva)".
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🗣️ If we want to halve #VAWG in the next decade, we need to invest more in the work of our #Idvas, #Idaas and by-and-for specialists. And we need to support their wellbeing while they do it.
#16Days #NoExcuse #InvestInIdvas #DomesticAbuse
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of a hospital corridor and text that reads "every year, domestic abuse costs the NHS nearly £2 billion".
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💰 Funding and investment. Let’s get real. There will never be enough money to do everything that needs to be done to eliminate #DomesticAbuse. But, with smart, targeted investment, more victims and families will be made safer, sooner.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of women smiling in a wheelchair and text that reads "Vital by-and-for services are six times less likely to receive Government funding".
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📄 Our Scotland-based 'Specialist Services' report explores themes facing by-and-for organisations that apply nationwide⬇️
safelives.org.uk/research-pol...
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "Only 1/10 services had an Idva who was based in a health setting, and only one in twenty had an Idva providing specialised court support (SafeLives (2021) Practitioner Survey)".
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💰 It’s time to #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "why this training? Limited free spaces. Apply today to take advantage of this amazing opportunity".
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Learn more, check eligibility and sign up here ⬇️
safelives.org.uk/training-cou...
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #DomesticAbuseTraining #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "funding is not reflective of demand. There is too much reliance nationally on the goodwill of the sector to 'make it work'. This has an impact on both client and worker safety (practitioner response)".
💰 #DomesticAbuse funding continues to decline sharply whilst cases continue to rise.
📢 Longer-term funding would provide stability, positively impacting frontline staff and survivors on their journey to safety and recovery.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "We asked frontline DA staff how they feel..."
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💰 Lack of funding is harming the work #Idvas / #Idaas are able to perform, and the ability to keep up with demand.
But so too is the process of applying for funding itself.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "Calling all Scotland Domestic Abuse Professionals! Domestic Abuse Network Event. Tuesday December 10th. Online. 2pm-4pm".
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📢 Our Safer, Sooner team in #Scotland is hosting its second online event for #16Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, on Tuesday December 10th.
#NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of women smiling and text that reads "my first contact with the Idva was earth- shattering... I couldn't believe how much she understood my situation (Domestic Abuse Survivor)".
⛔ #DomesticAbuse ends with an #Idvas intervention ⛔
That’s why we must #InvestInIdvas
Because to #InvestInIdvas is to #Invest2EndAbuse. Learn more about our Invest2End campaign here ⬇️
safelives.org.uk/research-pol...
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG
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🗣️ A group of dedicated young people who share a passion to end #DomesticAbuse, the Changemakers give a voice to those who are often overlooked, ignored or silenced.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa #YoungSurvivors #SurvivorVoice #AuthenticVoice
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "The power of an Idva lies not just in what they do, but in how they do it - with compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the people they support (Brandy, SafeLives staff member and survivor of domestic abuse)".
💭 Brandy – SafeLives staff member and survivor of #DomesticAbuse shares her thoughts on why the role of an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor ( #Idva ) is so powerful.
Read Brandy’s full blog here ⬇️
safelives.org.uk/news-views/t...
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "when my ‘secret’ came out, and my daughters’ school called Children’s Services, I was advised to call a number to get help. I did not want to, but I also knew I had no choice as I could no longer keep my life a secret (SafeLives Pioneer)".
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🩷 #Idvas / #Idaas are a lifeline to victims/survivors of #DomesticAbuse.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "When they leave the service 85 will feel safer, 75 will have an improved quality of life, 74 will feel optimistic about the future and will 75 feel more confident".
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of woman sat on the sofa and text that reads "I am a survivor of domestic violence myself and I wanted to encourage people from my experience that there is hope and support out there (Independent domestic violence advisor, Idva)".
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#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa #SurvivorVoice #AuthenticVoice
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "42% of frontline professionals surveyed have experienced domestic abuse".
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🩷 Many #Idvas / #Idaas have personal experience of #DomesticAbuse, giving them a particular drive to support victims and survivors on their journey to safety and recovery. And that's why we strive to give them the support they need.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "a Drive Case Manager carries out this work with Idva/Idaa support provided for the victim/survivor to ensure cohesive working and safety".
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Learn more about the Drive Idva/Idaa model here ⬇️
drivepartnership.org.uk/publication/...
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of woman smiling and text that reads "what are by-and-for Idvas?"
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📢 By-and-for Idvas/Idaas play a vital role in supporting ‘hidden victims’ of #DomesticAbuse whose needs are not met by mainstream services.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #InvestInIdvas
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SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "an Isva is a specialist advocacy professional who works with victims/survivors of sexual abuse to provide independent emotional and practical advice and support".
With 1 in 4 women having experienced rape or sexual assault since the age of 16, Isvas play a crucial role in supporting victims/survivors.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa #Isva #SexualAbuse #SexualViolence
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of female nurse smiling and text that reads "what are health-based Idvas?"
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📢 Health-based #Idvas / #Idaas play a vital role in supporting victims and survivors of #DomesticAbuse on their journey to safety and recovery.
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #InvestInIdvas #HealthCare #NHS
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "an Ypva is a specialist professional who works with young people aged 13-18 years old affected by domestic abuse, to provide independent practical advice and support".
SafeLives 16 Days Post with image of young woman drinking a cup of tea and text that reads "young people experience the highest rates of domestic abuse of any age group and face unique vulnerabilities and risks".
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "the abuse young people experience is very different to that experienced by adults, and often includes the use of new technologies and social media. But it is no less severe".
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For more information on our accredited training opportunities:
➡️ #Opva - safelives.org.uk/training-cou...
➡️ #Ypva - safelives.org.uk/training-cou...
#16Days #NoExcuse #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "Idvas/Idaas advocate to reduce the risk posed by the perpetrator and ensure that the victim/survivor and their family is safe and able to recover and rebuild their lives".
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "Idvas/Idaas work in many different areas, across a range of risk levels. Idvas/Idaas can help make domestic abuse a subject that all professionals feel comfortable talking about".
To learn how Idvas/Idaas are a vital part of the domestic abuse response, click below ⬇️
safelives.org.uk/about-domest...
#16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #EndVAWG #WhiteRibbonDay #DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #InvestInIdvas #Idva #Idaa
