Domestic Abuse and Young People Experiencing Multiple Disadvantage

This course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to identify and respond with empathy to domestic abuse affecting young people experiencing multiple disadvantage, using trauma-informed and victim/survivor centred approaches that prioritise safety, trust, and empowerment.

Description

This course explores the impact of domestic abuse on young people, particularly those experiencing homelessness and other forms of multiple disadvantage. Domestic abuse can present differently in young people's relationships and family contexts, and is often overlooked or misunderstood, leaving them at increased risk of harm, exploitation, poor mental health, and housing instability.

 

The course will support frontline professionals in social, community and supported accommodation settings to recognise the signs of domestic abuse affecting young people, understand the barriers they may face in seeking support, and respond in ways that prioritise safety, trust and empowerment. Practical guidance will be provided on identifying risk, having safe and effective conversations about abuse, responding to disclosures, and using trauma-informed approaches to support young people through multi-agency safeguarding pathways. Interactive case study discussions will help participants apply learning to real-world scenarios and build confidence in responding to young people experiencing domestic abuse. This course will also discuss the rise of misogynistic attitudes and the impact of social media on young people’s experiences of domestic abuse.

Learning objectives

Module one - Understanding and recognising domestic abuse for young people

By the end of the session, you will be able to:

  • Describe the dynamics of domestic abuse and identify coercive and controlling behaviours for young people – for both familial and intimate partner abuse
  • Understand how domestic abuse may be perpetrated in different ways, and intersect with other areas of exploitation – including abuse online/via social media, and within gang dynamics
  • Reflect on areas of concern or uncertainty within their own practice relating to domestic abuse

 

Module two - Responding to young people and discussing abusive behaviour

By the end of the session, you will be able to:

  • Safely open conversations about domestic abuse with young people – including with those who are displaying abusive behaviours and/or misogynistic attitudes
  • Safely assess domestic abuse risk
  • Understanding referral pathways and safeguarding mechanisms for young people

Who is this course for?

This course has been designed specifically for professionals who work with women who may be experiencing multiple disadvantage from any sector, including:

  • Frontline professionals in housing and homelessness services
  • Health and social care
  • Specialist domestic abuse services
  • Criminal justice and probation professionals

Costs and Cancellations

Third Sector/Voluntary/Charity: 

Virtual/online: £1250

DAHA Member: £1125

 

Public Sector/Statutory (Local Authorities):

Virtual/online: £2000   

DAHA Members: £1800

Cancellations post-agreement
Please refer to the terms and conditions within the website before you book

In person delivery 

All in person deliveries cost an additional £300, covering trainer travel and expenses. 

Course Timings

This course contains 2 Modules and is 7 hours long in total. It can be delivered in one day for group bookings or 2 days as an open course. 

This includes a comfort break, space for questions and time for the delegates to evaluate and reflect after the delivery.

Location

Online via Teams

Level

Beginner/Refresher

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