This session is being delivered in partnership with Black Country Women’s Aid and Sandwell Council
Outline of the session
The current pandemic has exacerbated the vulnerability of victims of domestic abuse and has created new vulnerabilities. This session is for any voluntary and community organisation in Sandwell to find out more about how you can safely support your workforce and your organisation effectively around domestic abuse.
The briefing will cover:-
• Why are we here – why this issue is important for you and your organisation?
• What is the prevalence of the issue in Sandwell?
• Making it real for you – a case study to highlight the issues
• Dispelling the myths and misconceptions
• Spotting signs of concern
• Knowing how to respond if you have concern
• Q&A
The session will take place on Tuesday 2nd March from 1.00pm – 2.30pm
To book your place please following the following link – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguarding-the-wellbeing-of-your-workforce-a-briefing-on-domestic-abuse-tickets-136959508577
The briefing will be held through Zoom and the joining instructions will be e-mailed to you a few days before the session.
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