Research tells us that people living with domestic abuse can go to as many as five agencies before they find appropriate help, advice, and support. By having DA Champions across our county, the aim is to reduce this number and provide a more joined-up approach for anyone experiencing domestic abuse.
Anyone can be a DA Champion, all you need is to be passionate about supporting people and raising awareness in a safe way.
What is a Domestic Abuse Champion?
Domestic Abuse Champions are trained individuals who play a vital role in raising awareness, offering support, and signposting help for those affected by domestic abuse. Working within workplaces, communities, or organisations, they act as approachable and informed points of contact for anyone experiencing or concerned about abuse. By promoting a culture of understanding and safety, Domestic Abuse Champions help break down stigma, encourage early intervention, and ensure that people can access the right support services when they need them.
How to become a Domestic Abuse Champion
You would apply to attend a one-day workshop covering what domestic abuse is and learning about the support available to anyone experiencing domestic abuse. These will usually take place at the Central Bedfordshire Council offices (Priory House, Shefford) or the Grove View Integrated Health Hub (Dunstable).
This workshop is for anyone living or working in Central Bedfordshire and acts as an basic introduction to Domestic Abuse.
You will have the opportunity to be part of a wider network of DA Champions that can assist in supporting, helping and advising a person experiencing domestic abuse and their family, and you will have the opportunity to attend twice yearly DA Champions networking events in the future.
The DA Champion course is now accessed via Learning Central.
If you are a professional whom has a basic understanding of Domestic Abuse already, you would be more suited to further Domestic Abuse Training Via Safeguarding Bedfordshire. Safeguarding Bedfordshire