SafeLives Charity
@safelives.bsky.social
We are SafeLives, the UK-wide charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse, for everyone and for good.
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When abusers lock bank apps, control passwords or block access to digital accounts, it’s not just financial control - it’s digital violence.
Ending violence means challenging both.
#16DaysOfActivism #16Days #NoExcuse #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #DigitalAbuse #EconomicAbuseAwareness
When abusers lock bank apps, control passwords or block access to digital accounts, it’s not just financial control - it’s digital violence.
Ending violence means challenging both.
#16DaysOfActivism #16Days #NoExcuse #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #DigitalAbuse #EconomicAbuseAwareness
November 26, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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When abusers lock bank apps, control passwords or block access to digital accounts, it’s not just financial control - it’s digital violence.
Ending violence means challenging both.
#16DaysOfActivism #16Days #NoExcuse #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #DigitalAbuse #EconomicAbuseAwareness
When abusers lock bank apps, control passwords or block access to digital accounts, it’s not just financial control - it’s digital violence.
Ending violence means challenging both.
#16DaysOfActivism #16Days #NoExcuse #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #DigitalAbuse #EconomicAbuseAwareness
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We are proud to be part of the Drive Partnership. Together, we can continue strengthening responses to those who cause harm and improve the safety of domestic abuse victim/survivors.
#16DaysOfActivism #16Days #NoExcuse #ActToEndViolence #DomesticAbuse #VAWG
We are proud to be part of the Drive Partnership. Together, we can continue strengthening responses to those who cause harm and improve the safety of domestic abuse victim/survivors.
#16DaysOfActivism #16Days #NoExcuse #ActToEndViolence #DomesticAbuse #VAWG
November 26, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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We are proud to be part of the Drive Partnership. Together, we can continue strengthening responses to those who cause harm and improve the safety of domestic abuse victim/survivors.
#16DaysOfActivism #16Days #NoExcuse #ActToEndViolence #DomesticAbuse #VAWG
We are proud to be part of the Drive Partnership. Together, we can continue strengthening responses to those who cause harm and improve the safety of domestic abuse victim/survivors.
#16DaysOfActivism #16Days #NoExcuse #ActToEndViolence #DomesticAbuse #VAWG
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It was inspiring to hear from our colleagues at the @drivepartnership.bsky.social, who presented findings from the Pan-London process and implementation evaluation of the Drive Project, alongside Restart’s newly published feasibility report.
It was inspiring to hear from our colleagues at the @drivepartnership.bsky.social, who presented findings from the Pan-London process and implementation evaluation of the Drive Project, alongside Restart’s newly published feasibility report.
November 26, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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It was inspiring to hear from our colleagues at the @drivepartnership.bsky.social, who presented findings from the Pan-London process and implementation evaluation of the Drive Project, alongside Restart’s newly published feasibility report.
It was inspiring to hear from our colleagues at the @drivepartnership.bsky.social, who presented findings from the Pan-London process and implementation evaluation of the Drive Project, alongside Restart’s newly published feasibility report.
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Suitable for practitioners and line managers who are currently case holding, preparing to case hold, or supporting colleagues managing active domestic abuse caseloads.
Ready to start changing - and saving - lives? ✨
Learn more and sign up via the link below ⬇️
ow.ly/QrKX50WVKMb
Suitable for practitioners and line managers who are currently case holding, preparing to case hold, or supporting colleagues managing active domestic abuse caseloads.
Ready to start changing - and saving - lives? ✨
Learn more and sign up via the link below ⬇️
ow.ly/QrKX50WVKMb
Foundation: Idva training
Idva Foundation Training enhances practical knowledge of domestic violence, helping provide the best possible support for domestic abuse victims and survivors.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Suitable for practitioners and line managers who are currently case holding, preparing to case hold, or supporting colleagues managing active domestic abuse caseloads.
Ready to start changing - and saving - lives? ✨
Learn more and sign up via the link below ⬇️
ow.ly/QrKX50WVKMb
Suitable for practitioners and line managers who are currently case holding, preparing to case hold, or supporting colleagues managing active domestic abuse caseloads.
Ready to start changing - and saving - lives? ✨
Learn more and sign up via the link below ⬇️
ow.ly/QrKX50WVKMb
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Successful completion of this accredited course will give you an OCNLR Level 3 certificate in Domestic Abuse: Prevention and Intervention.
Successful completion of this accredited course will give you an OCNLR Level 3 certificate in Domestic Abuse: Prevention and Intervention.
November 24, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Successful completion of this accredited course will give you an OCNLR Level 3 certificate in Domestic Abuse: Prevention and Intervention.
Successful completion of this accredited course will give you an OCNLR Level 3 certificate in Domestic Abuse: Prevention and Intervention.
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Southampton’s Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) service supports domestic abuse survivors by offering safety planning, advocacy, and practical help.
For more information about our Leading Lights accreditation ⬇️
ow.ly/pXro50Xt1VE
Southampton’s Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) service supports domestic abuse survivors by offering safety planning, advocacy, and practical help.
For more information about our Leading Lights accreditation ⬇️
ow.ly/pXro50Xt1VE
About our Leading Lights programme
Leading Lights is SafeLives’ gold standard accreditation programme for community-based domestic abuse services across the UK
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November 21, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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Southampton’s Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) service supports domestic abuse survivors by offering safety planning, advocacy, and practical help.
For more information about our Leading Lights accreditation ⬇️
ow.ly/pXro50Xt1VE
Southampton’s Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) service supports domestic abuse survivors by offering safety planning, advocacy, and practical help.
For more information about our Leading Lights accreditation ⬇️
ow.ly/pXro50Xt1VE
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Changing Lives Middlesborough offer safe accommodation and trauma-informed support for women and children escaping abuse, along with practical help, advocacy, and six weeks of move-on support.
For more information about our Leading Lights accreditation ⬇️
ow.ly/LRxX50XsXaO
Changing Lives Middlesborough offer safe accommodation and trauma-informed support for women and children escaping abuse, along with practical help, advocacy, and six weeks of move-on support.
For more information about our Leading Lights accreditation ⬇️
ow.ly/LRxX50XsXaO
About our Leading Lights programme
Leading Lights is SafeLives’ gold standard accreditation programme for community-based domestic abuse services across the UK
ow.ly
November 21, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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Changing Lives Middlesborough offer safe accommodation and trauma-informed support for women and children escaping abuse, along with practical help, advocacy, and six weeks of move-on support.
For more information about our Leading Lights accreditation ⬇️
ow.ly/LRxX50XsXaO
Changing Lives Middlesborough offer safe accommodation and trauma-informed support for women and children escaping abuse, along with practical help, advocacy, and six weeks of move-on support.
For more information about our Leading Lights accreditation ⬇️
ow.ly/LRxX50XsXaO
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🗓️ Next online intake:
Block 1 = 20–22 Jan 2026
Block 2 = 24–26 Feb 2026
🔗 Apply now or register your interest: ow.ly/9wMq50XsVr2
Together, we can break the cycle of domestic abuse for children - and create safer futures.
🗓️ Next online intake:
Block 1 = 20–22 Jan 2026
Block 2 = 24–26 Feb 2026
🔗 Apply now or register your interest: ow.ly/9wMq50XsVr2
Together, we can break the cycle of domestic abuse for children - and create safer futures.
Children’s Domestic Abuse Advocate (Chidva) training
This qualification equips professionals with knowledge, tools and strategies essential when working with children affected by domestic abuse.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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🗓️ Next online intake:
Block 1 = 20–22 Jan 2026
Block 2 = 24–26 Feb 2026
🔗 Apply now or register your interest: ow.ly/9wMq50XsVr2
Together, we can break the cycle of domestic abuse for children - and create safer futures.
🗓️ Next online intake:
Block 1 = 20–22 Jan 2026
Block 2 = 24–26 Feb 2026
🔗 Apply now or register your interest: ow.ly/9wMq50XsVr2
Together, we can break the cycle of domestic abuse for children - and create safer futures.
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What you’ll gain:
🔹 An OCNLR Level 3 certificate in Domestic Abuse: Prevention & Intervention.
🔹 An understanding of children’s experiences of abuse, trauma and how to respond effectively.
🔹 Practical skills to assess, plan and support families using a multi-agency approach.
What you’ll gain:
🔹 An OCNLR Level 3 certificate in Domestic Abuse: Prevention & Intervention.
🔹 An understanding of children’s experiences of abuse, trauma and how to respond effectively.
🔹 Practical skills to assess, plan and support families using a multi-agency approach.
November 20, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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What you’ll gain:
🔹 An OCNLR Level 3 certificate in Domestic Abuse: Prevention & Intervention.
🔹 An understanding of children’s experiences of abuse, trauma and how to respond effectively.
🔹 Practical skills to assess, plan and support families using a multi-agency approach.
What you’ll gain:
🔹 An OCNLR Level 3 certificate in Domestic Abuse: Prevention & Intervention.
🔹 An understanding of children’s experiences of abuse, trauma and how to respond effectively.
🔹 Practical skills to assess, plan and support families using a multi-agency approach.
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Learn more and sign up via the link below ⬇️
ow.ly/Pjjw50XsTNh
#DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #YPVA #YoungPeople #Youth
Learn more and sign up via the link below ⬇️
ow.ly/Pjjw50XsTNh
#DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #YPVA #YoungPeople #Youth
Specialist: Ypva training
This specialist course aims to increase understanding of how domestic abuse differs for young people and how to make young people safer
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November 19, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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Learn more and sign up via the link below ⬇️
ow.ly/Pjjw50XsTNh
#DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #YPVA #YoungPeople #Youth
Learn more and sign up via the link below ⬇️
ow.ly/Pjjw50XsTNh
#DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #YPVA #YoungPeople #Youth
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Suitable for IDVAs, DA practitioners and service managers carrying (or about to start carrying) active caseloads and have completed another SafeLives Foundation course to gain the YPVA qualification.
🔔 Application deadline: 1 December 2025
🗓️ Course: 3-6 March 2026
Suitable for IDVAs, DA practitioners and service managers carrying (or about to start carrying) active caseloads and have completed another SafeLives Foundation course to gain the YPVA qualification.
🔔 Application deadline: 1 December 2025
🗓️ Course: 3-6 March 2026
November 19, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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Suitable for IDVAs, DA practitioners and service managers carrying (or about to start carrying) active caseloads and have completed another SafeLives Foundation course to gain the YPVA qualification.
🔔 Application deadline: 1 December 2025
🗓️ Course: 3-6 March 2026
Suitable for IDVAs, DA practitioners and service managers carrying (or about to start carrying) active caseloads and have completed another SafeLives Foundation course to gain the YPVA qualification.
🔔 Application deadline: 1 December 2025
🗓️ Course: 3-6 March 2026
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🗓️ Spring 2026 course!
🔔 Applications deadline - 24 November 2025
Learn more and apply below ⬇️
ow.ly/q5uA50X47y2
#DomesticAbuseScotland #ScotlandTraining #DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #VAWG
🗓️ Spring 2026 course!
🔔 Applications deadline - 24 November 2025
Learn more and apply below ⬇️
ow.ly/q5uA50X47y2
#DomesticAbuseScotland #ScotlandTraining #DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #VAWG
Independent Domestic Abuse Advocacy (Idaa) Training: Scotland
Idaa training helps practitioners in Scotland gain the knowledge and skills to offer a safe and effective response to high risk victims of domestic abuse.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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🗓️ Spring 2026 course!
🔔 Applications deadline - 24 November 2025
Learn more and apply below ⬇️
ow.ly/q5uA50X47y2
#DomesticAbuseScotland #ScotlandTraining #DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #VAWG
🗓️ Spring 2026 course!
🔔 Applications deadline - 24 November 2025
Learn more and apply below ⬇️
ow.ly/q5uA50X47y2
#DomesticAbuseScotland #ScotlandTraining #DomesticAbuseTraining #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence #VAWG
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🔹 Suitable for DA practitioners and managers carrying, or supporting those who carry, active caseloads, with at least six months of experience.
🔹 Delivered in partnership between SafeLives, ASSIST and Scottish Women's Aid.
🔹 Suitable for DA practitioners and managers carrying, or supporting those who carry, active caseloads, with at least six months of experience.
🔹 Delivered in partnership between SafeLives, ASSIST and Scottish Women's Aid.
November 17, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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🔹 Suitable for DA practitioners and managers carrying, or supporting those who carry, active caseloads, with at least six months of experience.
🔹 Delivered in partnership between SafeLives, ASSIST and Scottish Women's Aid.
🔹 Suitable for DA practitioners and managers carrying, or supporting those who carry, active caseloads, with at least six months of experience.
🔹 Delivered in partnership between SafeLives, ASSIST and Scottish Women's Aid.
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Your regular support means we can be there for more survivors, children, and families - for the long term.
Every tier makes a difference. Every badge tells a story.
🔗 Choose your membership today: ow.ly/AOAF50Xqtnt
#StarfishClub #MakeADifference #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #FridayFundraiser
Your regular support means we can be there for more survivors, children, and families - for the long term.
Every tier makes a difference. Every badge tells a story.
🔗 Choose your membership today: ow.ly/AOAF50Xqtnt
#StarfishClub #MakeADifference #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #FridayFundraiser
The Starfish Club - make a lasting difference
Join our community of regular givers and help transform the response to domestic abuse across the UK.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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Your regular support means we can be there for more survivors, children, and families - for the long term.
Every tier makes a difference. Every badge tells a story.
🔗 Choose your membership today: ow.ly/AOAF50Xqtnt
#StarfishClub #MakeADifference #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #FridayFundraiser
Your regular support means we can be there for more survivors, children, and families - for the long term.
Every tier makes a difference. Every badge tells a story.
🔗 Choose your membership today: ow.ly/AOAF50Xqtnt
#StarfishClub #MakeADifference #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #FridayFundraiser
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👥 Let’s show that when we come together, we can create lasting change.
🔗 Join now: ow.ly/AOAF50Xqtnt
#StarfishClub #MakeADifference #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #WorldKindnessDay #ActsOfKindness
👥 Let’s show that when we come together, we can create lasting change.
🔗 Join now: ow.ly/AOAF50Xqtnt
#StarfishClub #MakeADifference #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #WorldKindnessDay #ActsOfKindness
The Starfish Club - make a lasting difference
Join our community of regular givers and help transform the response to domestic abuse across the UK.
ow.ly
November 13, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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👥 Let’s show that when we come together, we can create lasting change.
🔗 Join now: ow.ly/AOAF50Xqtnt
#StarfishClub #MakeADifference #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #WorldKindnessDay #ActsOfKindness
👥 Let’s show that when we come together, we can create lasting change.
🔗 Join now: ow.ly/AOAF50Xqtnt
#StarfishClub #MakeADifference #DomesticAbuse #VAWG #WorldKindnessDay #ActsOfKindness