Course R2025/02 (Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse):

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 Jo Van Lachterop.

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 ARRIVE AT4.15PM FOR REFRESHMENTS FOR A 4.30PM START. Please feel free to bring a packed tea as a meal is not provided.

Parking: The provided postcode takes you to the Co op. Please be advised to look for the old church building as the Hall is next to it. There are some spaces on site and street parking is also available.

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 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.

PRIVACY STATEMENT

The Diocese of Carlisle Safeguarding Team is constantly reviewing and quality assuring training delivery to ensure it is being delivered to a high standard, is in line with national guidance and, it is well received by participants. It is imperative that together, we create a healthy safeguarding culture across the Diocese of Carlisle and we may therefore contact you to gain your valuable feedback to measure the impact of training delivery in the short and longer term to assist with this process.

By booking this course, you are agreeing to your data being collected and stored in relation to your training needs. If you wish to opt out, you can do so in the ticket booking section of this event. For our full privacy policy please see the safeguarding training page on the Carlisle Diocese website or, contact: safeguarding.administration@carlislediocese.org.uk to request a copy.

Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse Training R2025/02