The Insidious Nature of Domestic Abuse - with Luke Hart

On 19 July 2016, Claire and Charlotte Hart were murdered in broad daylight, by the family’s father using a sawn-off shotgun. He then committed suicide.

Luke and Ryan Hart, the two surviving sons, now openly share their story to raise awareness of the coercive and controlling behaviour their family suffered. They have trained thousands of police officers, NHS professionals, council staff and the general public in identifying, understanding and ending domestic abuse. Their work has taken them internationally and they have also worked with governments.

Luke and Ryan have released their book, Remembered Forever, telling their story. They have worked closely and frequently with the national media discussing issues of domestic abuse and are White Ribbon Ambassadors and Refuge Champions speaking out against male violence towards women and children.

Following introduction of the Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2018, and subsequent work in Shetland to raise awareness of the new law, Shetland Islands Council and Shetland Women's Aid invite you to the Auditorium, Shetland Museum and Archives on Wednesday 4 December 2019 to hear Luke tell their story and learn more about domestic abuse and recognising coercive control. A Q+A session with Luke will be included.

This event is open to everyone with a professional or personal interest in issues surrounding domestic abuse and violence against women, and is free to attend.