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Vital funding secured for domestic abuse and sexual violence services in Norfolk
Nearly £250,000 worth of funding has been secured for organisations across the county to help and support victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence during the pandemic. The ‘extraordinary Covid-19’ fund has been released by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and will be managed
Volunteers needed for domestic abuse panel
People with lived experience of domestic abuse are being invited to join a special panel to help select the right organisation(s) to provide support services to victims and survivors in the county. The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk (OPCCN
Workplace pledge to help those affected by domestic abuse could help thousands across Norfolk
Tens of thousands of employees who may be affected by domestic abuse are getting access to vital help and support thanks to a pledge signed by workplaces across Norfolk.
Older Person Independent Domestic Violence Adviser
It is a false assumption that domestic abuse ceases beyond a certain age and those aged 61+ have historically been considered ‘hidden’ victims. Recently there has been momentum to understand the scale of the problem. It is reported by Safelives
Workplace pledge to help employees affected by domestic abuse could help thousands
A workplace pledge to help employees affected by domestic abuse has marked its third-year anniversary with nearly 100 sign-ups from organisations across Norfolk. The HEAR Pledge was launched three years ago on 25 November 2020 to mark national White Ribbon Day in a bid
Domestic abuse victims reassured help is still available
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk (OPCCN) would like to reassure victims and survivors of domestic abuse that we will maintain the highest level of service possible during this challenging time. Alongside all our partners, including
Scheme to help victims of domestic abuse access help is rolled out across Norfolk
Victims of domestic abuse are being urged to use the code ‘Ask Ani’ at a number of pharmacies across Norfolk by the police, the Police and Crime Commissioner’s office, councils and health organisations to enable them to get access to help. The Ask for ANI (Action Needed Immediately) scheme
Vital domestic abuse services receive extra funding boost from OPCCN
Victims and survivors of domestic abuse are continuing to get the vital support they need thanks to funding from the Office of Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk. The office continues to work closely with commissioned services to make sure the right help is out
PCC funding boost for local victim services to focus on children and older people
More than £600,000 is to be invested in Norfolk’s support services for people who have been affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence, thanks to extra funding secured by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk (OPCCN). The money will come on top
Team supporting high-risk domestic violence survivors to grow thanks to PCC support
, Lorne Green has been working with Leeway Domestic Violence and Abuse Services to deliver an Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy (IDVA) service for Norfolk. Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVAs) play a vital role in the county’s response to tackling domestic violence in the county