Providing appropriate staffing and work with partner agencies to deliver the One Stop Shop Service enabling victims to receive free advice, information and support from a range of services under one roof One Stop Shops – Domestic Abuse (domesticabuseservices.org.uk)
Working in collaboration with the domestic abuse commissioned service providers and voluntary sector agencies in Gravesham to ensure that victims and their children consistently receive the best support available.
Minimising potential risks to victims by making appropriate referrals to and supporting the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) process.
Attending and having an active role in the multi-agency North Kent Domestic Abuse Forum.
Working with key partners to deliver an annual conference and social event with a target public audience from Gravesham’s communities identified as under-reporting to help reduce stigma and cultural barriers that may be preventing victims of domestic abuse and/or VAWG from seeking help and advice.
Collaborating with partner agencies working directly with young people to safeguard young women and girls against the risks of exploitation and harm.
Work toward attaining the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) accreditation to improve the housing sector’s response to domestic abuse through the introduction and adoption of an established set of standards and an accreditation process.