Domestic Violence
'Any incident of threatening behaviour, violence or abuse
(psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional) between
adults who are or have been intimate partners or family members,
regardless of gender or sexuality" (The Home Office).
Domestic violence can also include forced marriage and "honour"
crimes.
Fast Facts
- National statistics show that domestic violence affects 1 in 4
women in their lifetime.
- On average, 2 women a week are killed by their partners - this
accounts for 40% of all female homicides.
- 30% of domestic abuse starts during pregnancy.
- 89% of the victims of domestic violence are female.
- 52% of child protection cases involve domestic violence.
Domestic Violence in Cumbria
- Home Office Statistics and results from the British Crime
Survey estimate that over 15,000 women and girls were victims of
domestic abuse in Cumbria.
- In 2011, there were more than 6,450 incidents of domestic
violence reported to the police in Cumbria.
Domestic violence is a crime, don't tolerate it. Seek
help.
Advice and Support
If you are in immediate danger call 999.
| Helpline/Support |
Contact Number |
| National
Domestic Violence 24 hour Helpline - Provided in
partnership by Women's Aid and Refuge. |
0808 2000 247 |
| Not In My
Home - This site can be used to report incidents of
domestic abuse within Cumbria - this can be done through the
website and online. |
|
| Let
Go (South and West Cumbria) - Let Go can provide support
such as an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor. |
01229 582386 |
| Refuge - A charity that
offers support to women and children who are victims of domestic
violence. |
|
|
Independent Domestic Violence Advisors - Victim Support
(South Cumbria) |
01228 558312 |
| Men's Advice
Line - Advice and support for men in abusive
relationships. |
0808 8010327 |
| Cumbria
Police |
101 |
| Crimestoppers -
Domestic violence can be reported (including by third parties)
anonymously. |
0800 555 111 |
| Rape Crisis -
Provide a helpline for people that have been raped, as well as
counselling and advice on their website. |
0808 8029999 |
| Victim
Support - A charity that provide support for victims of
any crime, including domestic violence. |
0300 3031979 |
| Respect -
Helpline for domestic violence perpetrators. |
0808 8024040 |
| Respect - Helpline for
male victims of domestic violence. |
0808 8010327 |
| National Stalking
Helpline |
0808 8020300 |
| Cumbria
Advice Network - Provide advice on many different areas,
including domestic violence. |
01539 728892 |
| Ann Craft
Trust - Work to ensure that organisations that support disabled
children and vulnerable adults are aware of abuse and protection
issues. |
0115 9515400 |
| Respond -
Respond works with children and adults with learning
disabilities who have experienced abuse or trauma. |
0808 808 0700
|
|
Rights of
Women - A charity that aim to give women information on
their legal rights.
Family Law Advice Line
Criminal Law Advice Line
Immigration and Asylum Advice
Line
|
020 72516577
020 72518887
020 74907689
|
| Broken Rainbow
- Offer support for lesbian, gay and transgender people who are
experiencing domestic violence. |
0300 9995428 |
|
Forced Marriage Unit - Ring this number if you or a friend
or relative are worried about being forced into a marriage. |
020 70080151 |
| Health and
Safety Executive - Advice on work related violence. |
|
| AAFDA (Advocacy after
Fatal Domestic Abuse) - Help for families after fatal domestic
abuse. |
|
Support for Children & Young People
| Helpline/Support |
Contact Number |
| Childline -
Providde advice for children and young people on domestic violence
and families, as well as many other topics. |
0800 1111 |
| The
Hideout - A website for children and young people about
domestic abuse. |
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