Joining the Champions
How much time will it take?
Two full days in training. There are a total of twelve network meetings a year, three in each district; Cherwell, West, South and Vale, and City. Champions are expected to attend at least one of these but are of course welcome to attend all. Your sign posting and support work will happen face-to-face in your place of work.
What qualifications do I need?
No qualifications needed – anyone can do it!
What if I don’t know what to say or how to help?
Champions are not expected to take on ‘case-work’ or be an expert on Domestic Abuse. Instead you will be there to listen carefully and then help the child or parent find the right person to help them. You will have support from other Champions and your manager. Think of yourself as the ‘First Aid-er’ who arrives when needed, calms, assesses and refers your client for more specialist support it its needed.
Getting involved
If you would like more information then please contact Cara Langford, the County Domestic Abuse Champions Coordinator.
Telephone: 01865 258422
Email: cara.langford@oxfordshire.gov.uk
Please return the completed application form below to Cara Langford you would like to be put on the waiting list for training or for more information.
Help lines
- National helpline
(24 hrs)
0808 2000 247 - Oxfordshire domestic abuse helpline
0800 731 0055 - Police
(non emergency)
0845 8 505 505 - Victim support
0845 450 3883 - Kiran Asian
women’s aid
0208 558 1986 - Men's advice line
0808 801 0327 - Broken Rainbow
(LGBT)
020 8539 9507 - Elder abuse
0208 765 7000 - Childline
0800 1111
