Domestic abuse: what every colleague should know
Please fill in the form to watch the webinar
What will I learn from this session?
- What is domestic abuse?
- Impact of abuse
- Signs that a colleague may need support
- Myths and misconceptions about domestic abuse
- The difference workplace support can make
- Examples of the Bank Workers Charity support
About the webinar
Approximately 1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime. That means many of us will work with a colleague or know someone who has been impacted by abuse. Or perhaps we’ve experienced it ourselves.
Domestic abuse isn’t always physical, and it isn’t always obvious. Because it affects every part of society, workplaces can play a vital role in supporting people. The signs are often easy to miss, but because we spend so much of our lives at work, colleagues may be well placed to notice when something doesn’t seem quite right – if they know what to look for.
This webinar is designed to help you feel more confident recognising when someone may need support. We’ll explore the different forms domestic abuse can take (including controlling and economic abuse), challenge some common misconceptions, and look at how to have supportive conversations.
We’ll also cover the positive difference a compassionate workplace can make, and the support available through Bank Workers Charity.
Help and support
For immediate or urgent help to do with domestic abuse, try these trusted organisations:
- National Domestic Abuse Helpline (England): 0808 2000 247 (24 hours)
- Men’s Advice Line: 0808 801 0327
- Galop – support for LGBTQ+ people experiencing abuse: 0800 999 5428
- Karma Nirvana – the national honour-based abuse helpline: 0800 5999 247
In an emergency, or if you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999
Please note: If you’re affected by this topic and would like advice or guidance, please do call our helpline on 0800 0234 834 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm).
