Champions

The Champions are a network of trained, supported and resourced practitioners across a range of agencies who are commited to helping victims of domestic abuse.

Why do we need Champions?

Research tells us that victims can go to as many as 10 agencies before they find appropriate help, advice and support.  By having champions in many agencies the aim is to dramatically reduce this number.

In order to work effectively with victims and to ensure their safety, professionals need to have a common understanding of the issues and have the ability to co-ordinate their efforts and work more efficiently.

We need to disseminate a good understanding of domestic violence among professionals in all agencies in a way that ensures that the information is of a good quality and up to date.