Domestic abuse includes physical, sexual, financial, emotional and psychological abuse within intimate, ex-intimate or family relationships. Family relationships may involve parents, step-parents, siblings and other extended family members. We have expanded on the types of domestic abuse. Please see the list below for specific behaviours.
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Sexual abuse
Any non-consensual sexual activity
Coercive control
Degradation, isolation, mind games and the micro-regulation of everyday life are used to control and monitor the individual, creating a world of fear and entrapment.
Stalking and harrassent
Persistent, unwanted contact that can occur in various forms, such as in person, via phone, text, email, or through third parties. It may include behaviours like repeatedly showing up at your location, following you, or waiting outside your home or workplace. Stalking can also involve the use of technology, including tracking devices and apps on mobile phones.
Tech/online abuse
Using technology to control, intimidate or harass
Honour based violence
A form of domestic abuse that is perpetrated in the name of so-called “honour.” It can take many forms, ranging from verbal abuse and coercive control to extreme acts such as kidnapping or murder. This violence often occurs when perpetrators believe a relative has brought shame to the family or community by violating their honour code. It is important to note that there can be multiple perpetrators involved, and entire families and communities may be complicit in these acts.
LGBTQ+ and domestic abuse
Abuse in LGBTQ+ relationships mirrors that of heterosexual relationships, but may also involve abuse weaponizing the victim’s sexuality or gender identity, Safer is dedicated to ensuring LGBTQ+ individuals feel safe and supported in seeking help. If you need the support of Liberate www.liberate.gg or would like them to support you through a referral process with Safer then please get in touch with them. Alternatively please contact Safer directly.
Disability and domestic abuse
People with disabilities may face additional vulnerabilities in abusive situations. Whether it’s due to a reduced ability to protect themselves, or reliance on the abuser for their care or recognising signs of abuse, we’re here to offer tailored support.
