NSPCC learning podcast: Why domestic abuse is a child protection issue

August 9, 2021

Be sure to check out this NSPCC learning podcast which aims to help listeners improve their practice around domestic abuse when working with children and families. The podcast will also give an insight into the dynamics of domestic abuse, why it is a safeguarding and child protection issue. To find out more and to listen to this podcast please click here.

Support is available – don’t suffer in silence:

• Call the 24-hour helpline for men and women on 0121 552 6448
• National domestic violence helpline can be called on free phone 0808 2000 247
• Mankind specialise in helping men escape domestic violence and can be contacted on 01823 334 244
• If you can’t make a phone call, you can text or WhatsApp message 07384 466 181 (9am – 9pm weekdays)
• You can speak to an advisor via web chat (10am – 2pm weekdays) via blackcountrywomensaid.co.uk. Black Country Women’s Aid support women, men and children
• If you are based in Birmingham you can contact Birmingham and Solihull Women’s Aid on 0800 800 0028 or visit org/ or Birmingham’s Children’s Trust on 0121 303 1888 (emergency out of hours 0121 675 4806) or visit birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk
• More online support materials and information is available at sandwell.gov.uk/domesticabuse
• If you are worried about your own behaviour towards others you can call the Respect Helpline on 0808 802 4040.

Note: In an emergency you should always call 999.