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Review highlights the importance of hearing the voice of older adults and a “think family” approach
A Domestic Abuse Related Death Review*(DARDR) into the death of Sofia (pseudonym) has today been published by the Norfolk Community Safety Partnership (NCSP) to enable lessons to be learned and shared as widely and thoroughly as possible to reduce the risk of such tragedies happening
PCC grant helps victims and survivors of domestic abuse
Women and children whose lives have been affected by domestic abuse are continuing to be given the vital support they need to turn their lives around thanks to a cash boost from Norfolk’s Police and Crime Commissioner. “Everyone has the right to live without fear” are the words used
Agencies across Norfolk continue vital work to help victims of domestic abuse
Partners across the county are joining forces to continue to reinforce the message that victims of domestic abuse should not feel alone during the current pandemic. Members of the Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Board (DASVB)*, made up of agencies including Norfolk Constabulary
Young people keen to have a voice about domestic abuse according to PCC’s Youth Commission
Domestic abuse awareness and mental health have been cited as the main concerns among children and young people during the pandemic. The findings have been highlighted in a report carried out by the Police and Crime Commissioner Lorne Green
PCC urges Norfolk residents to have their say on violence against women and girls
said: “Tackling crimes which disproportionately affect women and girls – such as domestic abuse, sexual violence and rape - has been a priority for police and partner agencies across our county during my term as PCC. We’ve come a long way, ensuring
Norfolk's PCC responds to the latest release of crime statistics data
and stalking and harassment have seen some of the biggest rises. “The rise in sexual offences and violence with and without injury which capitulates offences of domestic abuse may well be down to an increased confidence in victims and survivors to speak out. “It is crucial
Norfolk’s PCC responds to the latest release of crime statistics data
, tackling the negative impact of organised crime in the county. “However, the occurrence of sexual offences and violence with and without injury continues to climb. A lot of these offences are associated with domestic abuse and are very much ‘hidden’ crimes, committed behind closed doors
PCC’s Youth Commission deliver final thoughts on impact of pandemic on young people
in the Commission's six-month long project launched on 1 May following the first nationwide lockdown. Domestic abuse was highlighted as their top area of concern particularly around an absence of education and how a ‘lack of awareness’ could ‘normalise behaviour’. Crucially the report authors
Charity supporting child victims of sexual abuse receives vital cash boost
of organisations across the county to ensure specialist support is available for those affected by domestic and sexual abuse. If you know someone who is the victim of domestic or sexual abuse, we encourage you to seek help. The police will always respond to emergency calls - if you
Charity receives vital PCC funding to continue to help those affected by domestic abuse
Victims and survivors of domestic abuse are continuing to be given the vital support they need to turn their lives around thanks to a further cash boost from Norfolk’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Lorne Green. West-Norfolk based charity the Pandora Project has received a vital £85,000