A practitioner focused workshop on inclusive, informed responses to domestic abuse and coercive control.

Practitioners working in domestic abuse, safeguarding, health, social care and related fields often want to offer inclusive support but may not feel confident responding to LGBTQIA+ experiences.

This workshop provides a grounded introduction to how domestic abuse and coercive control can show up in LGBTQIA+ lives, and how practitioners can respond in ways that are informed, respectful and safe.

This session will cover:

• LGBTQIA+ specific dynamics of domestic abuse

• Identity based abuse and coercive control

• Common barriers to disclosure and support

• Good practice principles for inclusive responses

This workshop is for:

• Domestic abuse practitioners

• Support workers and advocates

• Health, social care and safeguarding professionals

The session is grounded in research and practice.

A practical workshop for community members on how to notice concerns and respond with care and support.

Many people want to help when they are worried about someone they care about, but do not know what to say or do. This can feel even harder when abuse involves LGBTQIA+ identities or relationships.

This workshop focuses on how to notice when something may not be right, and how to respond in ways that feel supportive, respectful and safe.

This session will cover:

• Signs that someone may be experiencing abuse

• How to start a conversation without pressure

• What helps and what can make things harder

• How to support without trying to fix or rescue

This workshop is for:

• LGBTQIA+ community members

• Friends and allies

• People supporting others informally

You will leave with practical tools and greater confidence.

A practical session for organisations on recognising domestic abuse and responding inclusively to LGBTQIA+ staff.

Domestic abuse affects people in every workplace. For LGBTQIA+ staff, barriers to disclosure and support can be higher if policies, procedures or responses are not inclusive.

This workshop supports organisations to understand how domestic abuse and coercive control can affect LGBTQIA+ employees, and how workplaces can respond appropriately and safely.

This session will cover:

• How domestic abuse shows up in the workplace

• LGBTQIA+ specific barriers to disclosure

• Inclusive approaches to policy and support

• Building confidence in responding to concerns

This workshop is for:

• HR professionals

• Managers and leaders

• EDI and wellbeing leads

This session focuses on awareness, inclusion and good practice.