New project to work with perpetrators of domestic violence in Cornwall and Devon
It will aim to break the cycle of violence and help people identify how they can change
A new programme in Cornwall and Devon is going to work with perpetrators of domestic abuse.
The multi-agency project has been given a £417,395 funding boost from the Government.
It will work with perpetrators of domestic abuse as well as their families with the aim of breaking the cycle of violence and helping people identify how they can change.
As well as working with those who afflict violence, the project will also help some key workers and members of the public to identify the signs of an abusive relationship and give them the skills to help intervene.
The project proposal was submitted by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and will see the office work alongside long-running domestic abuse partners Cornwall Council, Plymouth City Council, Torbay Council and Devon County Council.
As well as £417,395 from Government, the project will also benefit from £215,959 in match funding from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner and local authority partners.
“The OPCC is proud to be involved in this bid and to work alongside such passionate partners.
“This additional funding will help us develop a programme of work to better understand perpetration and develop a series of interventions to prevent further harm.
“We know that this is an incredibly difficult time for those affected by domestic abuse and it is more important than ever that support is available.”
Emily Owen, Criminal Justice Partnerships & Commissioning Officer for the OPCC
“The work and support on offer to those who have suffered domestic abuse is vital, but we will never break the chain of this violence without also focusing on the perpetrator.
“Intervening early and working with them and their families is crucial to helping them identify why they act in this manner and what changes they can make to alter their behaviour.
“This programme will also help members of the public and local communities to spot the signs of abusive or controlling behaviour and build the trusted relationships needed to intervene.”
Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Alison Hernandez
If anyone is experiencing domestic abuse, support is available through any of the following:
Plymouth Service – 0800 458 2558 www.sanctuary-supported-living.com
Cornwall Service – 0300 777 4777 or www.firstlight.org.uk
Devon Service – 0345 155 1074 or www.splitz.org
Torbay Service – 0800 916 1474 www.sanctuary-supported-living.com
National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247
Victim Support 24/7 – call 0808 1689 111 or live chat at www.victimsupport.org.uk
Police Victim Care Unit - 01392 476900