IDVAS

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IDVASIndependent Domestic Violence Advocacy Service
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Charities and MPs are desperately searching for new funding for Alnwick-based Cease24 and its independent domestic violence adviser (IDVA) service.
'Without this service in place, it is more likely that individuals will be killed by their partners'
The DHR said that although Sarah had great support from the charity Newcastle Women's Aid, she was never assigned an Individual Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA), who could have helped her come up with a plan to keep herself safe should she decide to make a statement.
Lessons from tragedy will make city safer for victims
In line with the current strategies to end violence against women, the work done by IDVAs and MARACs indicates that the criminal justice system has a clear role to play in terms of tertiary prevention (i.e.
Using victims' voices to prevent violence against women: a critique
There were still "not enough prosecutions" for domestic abuse but, the introduction of IDVAs and the multi-agency working of police, social services and health agencies has "revolutionised" the support authorities provide to victims, she added.
Home's where the hurt is; DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRACKDOWN
IDVAs are also the victim's sole point of contact and a vital link with key agencies such as the police.
Offering a vital lifeline to deal with your abuse
"The new locations for the IDVAs will be invaluable."
Hospital support for victims of violence
The report identifies the fact that Newcastle City Council's four IDVAs have very high case loads which exceed recommendations and the number of advocates needs to increase.
The missed chances to save Sarah's life
An Independent Domestic Violence Adviser (IDVA) will be appointed and a safety plan for the victim will be drawn-up.
IN NEWCASTLE alone; ADAM JUPP spent 48 hours with the team dedicated to tackling domestic violence in Newcastle. He reports on the work to support victims and secure prosecutions
The review says that putting Sarah in touch with a Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVA) could have helped her support a prosecution by ensuring her safety.
Review of murder calls for lessons to be learned
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