Working with Gypsy and Traveller people in Domestic Abuse Services

Gypsy and Traveller people experiencing domestic abuse can face additional barriers to accessing support, including discrimination, cultural misunderstandings, concerns about confidentiality and a lack of trust in services

Misunderstandings and assumptions about Gypsy and Traveller communities can also affect how professionals recognise abuse, assess risk and respond to people seeking help.

This webinar will explore the barriers Gypsy and Traveller people may encounter when accessing domestic abuse services and considers how professionals can provide safe, appropriate and culturally responsive support. It will examine the importance of understanding individual circumstances, challenging assumptions and recognising the impact of discrimination and exclusion.

Learning outcomes

• Recognise the barriers Gypsy and Traveller people may face when accessing domestic abuse services
• Challenge stereotypes and assumptions that can affect the identification of domestic abuse, risk assessment and the provision of support
• Identify practical approaches to building trust, communicating sensitively and creating safe, inclusive spaces
• Explore ways to improve access and strengthen partnership working
• Understand how to provide culturally responsive support while prioritising safety, autonomy and the individual needs of a person
• Identify opportunities to make domestic abuse services more accessible and inclusive
• Ask questions and explore challenges in a live Q&A session

Who is this webinar for?

This webinar is aimed at domestic abuse practitioners, IDVAs, refuge and outreach workers, safeguarding professionals, social workers, health and social care staff, housing professionals, police, local authorities and VCSE organisations supporting people affected by domestic abuse.

If you have any questions about this webinar, please email: [email protected]

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***If you are part of a Gypsy, Roma and/or Traveller VCSE organisation please contact us for a free place***

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