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Training & Consultancy

for organisations and individuals

With our expertise, we provide training and consultancy services on matters relating to domestic abuse to a wide range of professionals and organisations who work with victims and survivors of domestic abuse and violence. We can design training workshops, programmes and events for any size of group.  We can support any level of learner including:

  • new staff
  • volunteers
  • managers and HR professionals
  • practitioners and clinicians
  • frontline staff working in domestic abuse
  • private sector business professionals

We can also deliver group work programmes for women, children and families. We are able train other organisations to deliver such programmes themselves. Consultancy is available for managers or new organisations setting up a domestic abuse service or delivering recovery programmes for families

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We deliver our training sessions online or in-person.

Online sessions are delivered via Zoom. In-person delivery is subject to having appropriate social distancing measures in place. 

For bespoke courses or group bookings, fill our Training Enquiry Form

or send an email directly to trainingadmin@eve.org.uk

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Understanding Domestic Abuse

This course provides an overview of the dynamics of domestic abuse. It is suitable for those with
no previous formal training in domestic abuse, those requiring a refresher on the subject or a starter
for non front-line staff who need a basic understanding of domestic abuse.
It is an introductory course packed with the latest legislation, statistics, some interactive exercises
and video clips.

Learning Outcomes:

Learners will:

  • Be aware of the types of domestic abuse and the various dynamics
  • Recognise the patterns of abusive behaviours and types of perpetrators
  • Have the knowledge of the impacts of domestic abuse on victims and children
  • Identify some of the challenges victims face to safely escape from the abuser
  • Gain knowledge of the legal provisions for domestic abuse
  • Have the ability to identify domestic abuse risk indicators and ways to mitigate them
  • Be aware of available support services and referral pathways for domestic abuse victims and
    perpetrators
  • Have the capacity to be part of an effective multi-agency response to domestic abuse at a local and community level.

This Course Can be Tailored for Your Setting

We can adapt this course to promote Domestic Abuse Awareness in your setting after discussion with the manager booking the training and on receipt of any Domestic Abuse policies and procedures already being used in the agency.

The aim is to make the training relevant to those attending in their varied roles. The longer the session, the more relevant in-depth information and discussion is possible and the more interactive the session can be towards creating an opportunity to develop new ways of working to respond to the issue more effectively.

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Advanced Domestic Abuse

Half or 1-Day Course

This course provides more in-depth analysis of the dynamics of abusive relationships.
It is suitable for those who have completed the ‘Understanding Domestic Abuse’ training who are
frontline responders, those who manage frontline staff working with families affected by domestic
abuse, or those who need a deeper understanding of the complexities of domestic abuse.
The session is interactive and includes a case study, DASH risk assessment activity,
video clips and group discussions.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will:

  • Have deeper understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse
  • Recognise the psychological and neurological impacts of domestic abuse
  • Identify the strategies for change in victim’s behaviour and responses
  • Learn how to have appropriate conversations with the victim
  • Complete a risk assessment using the DASH form
  • Establish ways to adapt knowledge gained into their work practices

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The Impact of Domestic Abuse on Children & Young People

Half or 1-Day Course

This course covers the various ways domestic abuse affect children and young people,
identifying the signs of abuse, how to support those affected and how to protect vulnerable
children and young people.

The training is suitable for those who work directly with families or children and young people
in different sectors – education, social work, healthcare, safeguarding officers, childcare service
providers, foster carers and agency staff.
The session is interactive and includes video clips, research reports, individual and group
exercises.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will:

  • Be able to identify the physical and non-visible signs of domestic abuse on children and young people
  • Gain a deeper knowledge of the various effects of domestic abuse on children and young people in different age groups
  • Be able to recognise how domestic abuse affects parenting capacity and the parent-child relationship with the victim and the perpetrator
  • Be able to identify different contact options available to keep children safe from abusive parents
  • Have the ability to establish ways to improve their responses to vulnerable children and young people
  • Be aware of local and national support services and referral pathways

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Honour Based Abuse (HBA)

This training is designed for professionals who work with victims of Honour-Based Abuse from
specialist agencies or universal services. Participants should have completed our Understanding
Domestic Abuse training in order to have a better understanding of the context of Honour-Based
Abuse.
The training session is interactive and includes video clips, group activities and case study review.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will:

  • Be aware of the various aspects of honour-based abuse including forced marriage and female genital mutilation
  • Be able to recognise different forms of cultural and traditional beliefs
  • Have an awareness of the relevant legislation and the prevalence of honour-based abuse in the UK
  • Be able to establish how to ask victims questions safely and appropriately
  • Be able to identify risk factors, create safety plans and make referrals to specialist support agencies
  • Be able to identify ways of implementing best practices in their organisations

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This training covers an overview of the various dynamics of stalking & harassment, identifying some of the behaviours and perpetrators’ motivations, establishing preventive and protective measures, awareness of relevant laws and available support services.

The training is suitable for professionals in domestic abuse intervention services, social workers, law enforcement officers, legal practitioners and victim advocates.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will:

  • Identify the dynamics of stalking & harassment
  • Be able to recognise different types of stalking behaviours and tactics
  • Be aware of relevant legislation, recent changes in law and current statistics
  • Recognise the intersection of stalking and harassment with other crimes
  • Gain knowledge of the effects of stalking and harassment on the victim and their families
  • Establish safety planning strategies for working with victims and those vulnerable to being stalked or harassed
  • Identify risk factors, support services and referral pathways

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This training provides an insight into the patterns of coercive and controlling behaviour (CCB).
It is suitable for professionals who work in multi-agency capacities involving domestic abuse
cases, family intervention services including adult and children safeguarding roles, legal
professionals, those who work in educational sectors, financial institutions, team leads, managers
and HR professionals.

It is recommended that attendees have recent training in our Understanding Domestic Abuse
training or basic domestic abuse awareness training from other reputable agencies.
The session is interactive and includes individual and group activities, discussions and video
clips.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will:

  • Have an awareness of the various forms of coercive and controlling behaviours
  • Identify the impacts of coercive and controlling behaviour on the victim and their children
  • Have increased ability to recognise the signs and patterns of coercive and controlling behaviours
  • Be aware of the relevant laws in the UK and current statistics
  • Be aware of support services and referral pathways

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This training is designed to create an understanding of domestic abuse trauma and it’s many complexities. It is suitable for family support and frontline professionals who respond to and provide support services to individuals or families who have experienced domestic abuse.

It is highly recommended that learners have, at least, previous and recent training on basic
domestic abuse awareness course.
The session is interactive and includes group discussions, activities and video clips.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will:

  • Identify the various types of trauma
  • Have an awareness of victim’s responses to trauma
  • Recognise the effects of trauma on the brain, the mind and the body
  • Establish the traumatic effects of domestic abuse on adult and/or child victims
  • Be able to describe how domestic abuse trauma affects parenting capacity
  • Be able to establish how to adopt a trauma-informed approach in responding and supporting victims of domestic abuse
  • Be aware of some local and national referral pathways

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Lone Working & Personal Safety

Half-Day Course

This course is designed to create awareness of the potential risks associated with lone working for staff and volunteers in support roles involving families or individuals who are or could be victims of domestic abuse and other vulnerable people with potentially challenging behaviour.

The session is interactive and includes group activities, discussions and videos.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will:

  • Be able to identify and explain what lone working and personal safety mean, including associated risks and related legislation
  • Be aware of the dynamics of potential risks when working alone
  • Be able to apply appropriate risk assessment procedures
    Be aware of their individual responsibilities and their employers’ responsibilities to ensure safety when working alone
  • Be able to recognise and adopt safe working practices
  • Be able to recognise and appreciate the need to adhere to their organisations’ lone working policies and procedures.

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Personal and Professional Boundaries Training

This training is designed for managers, staff and volunteers working with adults and families in any agency, to challenge their own boundaries, set clear professional boundaries and ensure organisations have policies and procedures to support their staff.
Individual organisation’s policy can be adapted to the training.

The training is interactive and includes group or individual activities, group discussions and video clips.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will:

  • Be aware of the benefits of establishing appropriate professional boundaries
  • Be able to recognise their personal boundaries and how these impact their personal and professional lives
  • Have the ability to establish healthy personal and professional boundaries in personal and working
    relationships
  • Be able to identify the differences and similarities between personal and professional boundaries
  • Appreciate the need to comply with the organisations’ policies and procedures on appropriate professional
    boundaries

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1-Day Course

This course is specifically structured to equip the Church and Christian organisations on how to effectively respond to disclosures of domestic abuse. It includes various scriptural references on domestic abuse.

The course is suitable for Christian leaders, Adult and Children’s Safeguarding teams in the church, appointed members of their congregation, Christian Counsellors, Coaches, Mental Health Professionals and those offering other faith based therapeutic family intervention services.

The training is interactive and include group activities.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Be able to identify the various forms of domestic abuse
  • Be able to recognise the various dynamics of abuse in relationships
  • Be able to identify the scriptural references on domestic abuse
  • Recognise the risk factors and various impacts of domestic abuse on the victim, their children and the church
  • Be aware of the legal provisions on domestic abuse
  • Be able to determine how to support victims of domestic abuse in their congregation and community
  • Identify referral pathways and support services available for victims
  • Be aware of the behavioural change programme for perpetrators

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How does it work?

Our training sessions are interactive. The courses are delivered on either a half-day or full-day training capacity. The ‘half-day’ training courses cover an overview of the specific subject area while the ‘full-day‘ training courses allow sufficient time for discussions, group exercises, case study analysis and video clip presentations

The courses can be provided to teams or groups in-house or at your location of preference. This is a more cost-effective option for organisations that have more than eight attendees. The courses can be accessed by individuals when advertised as an open course.

We can also work with organisations to create bespoke courses of different lengths to meet their specific needs. We provide consultancy for organisations  looking into developing policies and strategies to tackle domestic abuse.

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Meet our Training Co-ordinator

April Ventour Griffiths  has an experience spanning over 25 years of Training, Personal Development, Women’s Motivational Coaching, Academic Coaching and Mentoring. She has worked in the communities of London and Northampton managing projects including SRB5, Tackling Race Inequality Fund (TRIF), Supporting Women Back to Work with Northamptonshire Women’s Network and looking at The Impact of Domestic Abuse for BME women in Northampton with the Sunflower Centre.

She is a passionate advocate for women’s health and wellbeing, a broadcaster on women’s issues with N-Live Radio based in Northampton. She consistently encourages women to work on their self-esteem and confidence. She has experience of working in domestic abuse service provision and FGM. She has successfully developed and rolled out Honour Based Abuse (HBA) Training Programme which focuses on empowering professionals working in culturally diverse communities to  understand  and recognise HBA

Who can benefit?

Anyone working, studying or interested in the field of domestic abuse can benefit from our training, including:

  • specialist domestic abuse practitioners
  • police
  • children centre staff
  • social workers
  • teachers
  • GPs and healthcare practitioners and staff
  • family support workers
  • charities
  • private businesses

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