Domestic abuse doesn’t stop at the door. Employees experiencing abuse may be late, distracted, or anxious. Without the right understanding, this can be misinterpreted as poor performance. Research shows around one in ten employees in the UK experience domestic abuse, costing businesses billions each year.
Our training helps your team notice the signs and respond with care. Staff gain confidence to act appropriately, managers learn how to support employees safely, and your organisation builds a culture of understanding. The result is a workplace where people feel valued, safe, and heard.
We deliver sessions to teams of all sizes, from small businesses to large departments. Topics include:
Sessions typically last around four hours and can be run online or in person. We adapt content to your organisation so it’s relevant and useful.
For small numbers of employees or individuals we run monthly Domestic Abuse Awareness training courses online or at our Norwich training facility.
For those working closely with domestic abuse cases, our DASH (Domestic Abuse, Stalking, Harassment, and Honour-Based Violence) risk assessment training sessions provide detailed guidance. Staff learn to:
DASH sessions last around 4.5 to 5 hours and include exercises that help staff apply what they learn straight away.
For small numbers of employees or individuals we run monthly and DASH training courses online or at our Norwich training facility.
"For such a harrowing subject, you made the course very informative and the key points with using the Dash form very easy to understand. I learnt more than I could have imagined."
"Sarah facilitated an excellent half days training, she demonstrated a real depth of knowledge on the subject, and real passion to impart that knowledge for the betterment of the individuals this training helps safeguard. What made this such a well rounded training session was that Sarah combined her knowledge, with an array of useful resources, which combined with an interactive schedule for the day that supported lots of active discussions and information sharing, I would like to think all sorts of learning styles needs were met, with minimum fuss."
“Thank you for adding real value to my working day with the knowledge and empowerment I took from your networking breakfast. Whilst an emotional subject, the venue, content and engaging group really added to the dynamic so I would be really happy to recommend attendance to all.”
“I found the training very powerful and it highlights the extent of domestic abuse. I would encourage agencies and employers to address this issue and attend this training.”
“The training was brought to life by Helen’s engaging style. She was professional, warm and possesses a great sense of humour. It was a pleasure to be a participant on her course.”
“Extremely informative, enables us to recognise sings of domestic abuse that wouldn’t have been picked up before [the training].”
“As a result of this training I now know people that are in a domestic abuse situation and where to go to get help.”
Any staff member who may encounter domestic abuse at work, including managers, HR teams, frontline staff, and support teams. Anyone who is interested in the subject or maybe thinking of a career in supporting survivors. Awareness benefits everyone in an organisation.
Yes. We offer flexible sessions across Norwich and Norfolk, either in-person at your workplace or live online to suit your team’s schedule.
Staff will learn to recognise the signs of abuse, respond safely, and guide colleagues to appropriate support. Managers will also gain confidence in creating a safer workplace culture.
DASH (Domestic Abuse, Stalking, Harassment, and Honour-Based Violence) risk assessment training is for those handling higher-risk cases. It teaches staff to assess risk, record information accurately, and refer cases to MARACs effectively.
Standard awareness sessions last around four hours, while DASH training typically runs for 4.5-5 hours. Bespoke sessions can be tailored to fit your needs.
Absolutely. We can design in-house sessions to focus on your specific needs, from short awareness briefings to comprehensive training covering DASH and workplace harassment.
Yes, we offer a 20% reduction for charitable organisations.
Domestic abuse affects one in ten employees in the UK. Training ensures your organisation recognises the signs, supports staff appropriately, and meets duty-of-care responsibilities.
Simply call us on 0300 561 0077 or email training@leewaynwa.org.uk. We’ll help you find the best option for your team.
Our training is practical, locally relevant, and designed to be engaging. We don’t just deliver theory - we provide tools your team can use immediately, supported by real-world scenarios.
Creating a safer, more supportive workplace starts with your team. Our training gives them the confidence to spot signs of domestic abuse and know how to respond. We can come to you or run sessions online - whatever works best for your staff.
Call us on 0300 561 0077 or email training@leewaynwa.org.uk to discuss your options and secure your preferred date.
