Overview

Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence in the Workplace provides employees with an understanding of what domestic violence and abuse is and how it negatively impacts all areas of a victim/survivor's life. It explains how to recognise the signs in the workplace and how to safely respond if you suspect or are told that a colleague is being subjected to abuse.

Learning Outcomes

• Define domestic violence and abuse and understand why it occurs
• Recognise signs of domestic violence and abuse in workplace settings
• Respond appropriately if someone tells you they are experiencing domestic violence
• Offer support and refer a victim/survivor to other sources of support

Topics

• What domestic violence and abuse is and the different forms it takes
• The impact it has on victim/survivors
• Recognising the signs of domestic violence and abuse
• Responding to colleagues being subject to violence and abuse
• Referring on to additional supports and services