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The Human Right to Protection
Each year, the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence reminds us that protection from abuse is not a privilege — it is a human…
How NCDV Works: From First Call to Court Order
When someone reaches the point of seeking protection, the last thing they need is more barriers, more complexity, more systems to navigate. Domestic abuse already…
Myths and Misconceptions About Protection Orders
In my 13 years as a trainer with NCDV, I’ve heard countless myths and misconceptions about Protection Orders repeated during training sessions. Fortunately, I’m in…
Empowerment Through Protection: Safety as the Foundation for Change
Domestic abuse is complex. It is emotional, psychological, physical, sexual, financial, digital – and an assault upon a person’s psyche; an attack on their very…
Who Can Apply for a Protection Order? Clear breakdown of eligibility
Who Can Apply for a Protection Order in the UK? When people think about domestic abuse protections, they may imagine married, heterosexual couples. But the…
The Benefits of Protection Orders – How orders empower victims, prevent further abuse and provide breathing space to rebuild.
What is a protection Order? A protection order is a legal measure designed to keep a person away from another with the aim to protect…
From Silence to Safety: Why Awareness Campaigns Matter
Awareness campaigns are sometimes dismissed as symbolic or tokenistic — a ribbon on a lapel, a post on social media, a campaign that fades when…
“I still can’t talk about my dog”: Breaking the silence around pets and domestic abuse
Content note: this article includes non-graphic references to threats and harm to animals. I have lost count of the number of times I’ve witnessed genuine…
Pets, Power & Control: Why Animals Matter in Domestic Abuse
Pets are often pulled into patterns of domestic abuse and coercive control, which should be viewed as a clear indicator of risk to the animal…
Pro Bono Week: Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse
At the National Centre for Domestic Violence (NCDV), our purpose is simple but urgent: to provide a service that helps victims and survivors obtain protection…
What is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month?
My colleagues and myself are often asked ‘what is domestic abuse awareness month?’ To anyone working in the violence against women and girls’ sector, we…
Working Together to Protect Victims/Survivors: How All Services Can Use NCDV to Provide Emergency Legal Protection
Every day, professionals across sectors encounter individuals experiencing domestic abuse — often at their most vulnerable. Whether you're a social worker, police officer, healthcare provider,…
