Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse COURSE:

This face-to-face course is delivered in one x 2.5-hour session. There is no pre or post work but there will be an evaluation form for you to complete to assist with development of these sessions.

It will be delivered by our Independent Trainers Jill Webb and Sheila Bamber

Aim: To enable participants to engage thoughtfully and pro-actively with the issue of Domestic Abuse, and those effected, in a Church context.

Learning Outcomes:

· Identify the typologies of domestic abuse an survivor groups.

· Explore myths, barriers, stereotypes and impacts of domestic abuse particularly in a faith context.

· Reflect on how your own beliefs and values and, the stories and narratives that they bring, impact on your responses to survivors and perpetrators.

· Evaluate the needs of domestic abuse survivors to support them effectively, including referral pathways and the roles of supporting agencies.

· Identify safeguarding actions to protect victims or those at risk whilst also understanding the limitations and boundaries of your role.

Pre- Requisites: Before completing this training, you should have current safeguarding training to Foundation level or above.

Refreshments: Tea, Coffee and biscuits will be available. Please feel welcome to bring a packed tea with you if you wish to eat during the course. PLEASE ARRIVE AT 5.45PM FOR 6PM START

If you have any questions/concerns about the contents or method of delivery of this course, or if there are any ways that we can assist you with your learning, either prior to or during the session, please make contact with Jo at safeguarding.adviser@carlislediocese.org.uk or our Safeguarding Administrator Kerry Ellis at safeguarding.administrator@carlislediocese.org.uk.

We will do our best to facilitate your requirements. Please do this as soon as you have booked onto the course.

Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse Training at Hensingham- R2024/01