VAMHN Resources
Safe, Seen, Supported: How to reach and help children and young people experiencing abuse in their households
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Safe, Seen, Supported Report
It is estimated that 1 in 5 children is subjected to at least one form of child abuse (physical, sexual, emotional, neglect, exposure to domestic abuse) before the age of 16. Much of this abuse is ‘off-radar’, that is, unknown to statutory services. This survivor-led initiative aims to address the magnified risks of child abuse from COVID-19 and the likely significant post-pandemic consequences from increased exposure to abuse. The report identifies key considerations and actions to support children and young people at-risk, both during the pandemic and beyond. This project is led by survivor researchers Jane Chevous, Laura E. Fischer, Concetta Perôt, and Angela Sweeney in partnership with Survivors' Voices, the UKRI Violence Abuse and Mental Health Network, King's College London, and the McPin Foundation. To read the report click here. To access the black and white version of the report click here. Safe, Seen, Supported Infographic This infographic offers guidance for children and young people on what to do if they or someone they know might be experiencing abuse. To view the infographic click here To download the shareable instagram version click here |
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Written evidence submitted to the Public Bill Committee for the Domestic Abuse Bill: VAMHN
On the 4th June 2020, the Public Bill Committee met to conduct a line-by-line reading of the Domestic Abuse Bill. The network submitted written evidence and recommendations for the consideration of the Committee with regards to the bill. A huge thank you to the 91 network members and organisations for attaching their signatures to this letter. To read our evidence submission click here. To follow the journey of the Domestic Abuse Bill click here. |
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Supporting 'off-radar' children and young people who are at risk of violence/abuse in their household: (Part 1) Interim report
This survivor-led report was coordinated by network member organisation, Survivors' Voices, with the Violence, Abuse and Mental Health Network and The McPin Foundation . It contains relevant possible actions to support children who are 'off-radar' (unknown to any statutory services) during and post pandemic 'lockdown' periods. This report documents the results of a survivor-led and rapid response survey targeted at people who had experience of being abused as children whilst unknown to safeguarding or support services, in order to capture the wisdom of lived experience regarding what practical actions may help reach this population. This Part 1 Report is an initial collation and thematic analysis of the results of that survey which aims to inform possible urgent actions. To read in full click here. To listen to co-authors Laura Fischer and Jane Chevous speak more on this work in the Lancet Psychiatry Podcast click here. |
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Trauma Informed Approaches: Briefing Pack
This briefing pack summarises some of the current literature on Trauma Informed Approaches (TIAs). The pack briefly discusses the key principles of TIA and looks at why they have not been adopted consistently across the UK. It also provides examples of services that have successfully implemented TIAs and how this has been achieved. This briefing pack was provided to attendees of our VAMHN Policy Lab Workshop on the 7th Nov 2019. To download, click here. |
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VAMHN Consultation Report
This report presents the results of the network's research priorities consultation workshops with people who have lived experience of violence, abuse or mental health difficulties. The report will guide the work of the Violence, Abuse and Mental Health Network and aims to be used to help plan, develop and commission future research. To download the full report click here. LARA-VP Manual
The LARA-VP (Linking Abuse and Recovery through Advocacy for Victims and Perpetrators) manual was written to help mental health professionals identify and respond to Domestic Violence and Abuse (DVA). It provides comprehensive information and guidance on how to approach victims and perpetrators of DVA as a service provider. The manual can be accessed here. |
Other Resources
Keeping Safe, Sexual Safety booklet
The Central and North West London Mental Health Trust have created a booklet for patients and carers on how to deal with sexual safety incidents as well as how to increase your own sexual safety. You can read it by clicking here.
Survivor's Voices Charter
Survivor's Voice have launched a project titled 'Turning Pain into Power: A Charter for Organisations Engaging Abuse Survivors in Projects, Research & Service Development'. The Charter, authored by survivor activists, aims to act as a tool to improve engagement with abuse survivors by individuals and organisations. To find out more and to download The Charter for free click here.
NAPAC Media Guidelines for Reporting Child Abuse
The National Association for People Abused in Childhood have created a resource that advises reporters and writers on how to cover stories of child abuse in a safe and respectful way. To read the guidelines click here.
Survivor Involvement Ladder
This new tool, produced by Survivors’ Voices in collaboration with Simone Kennedy, is designed to measure and evaluate the quality of survivor involvement in research about survivors. The Ladder is currently in its pilot phase and they are looking to gather feedback. To access the resource and leave your thoughts click here.
Catalogue of Mental Health Measures
This catalogue provides information about thousands of standard and non-standard measures of mental health and wellbeing collected in UK longitudinal studies. As well as signposting access to datasets, their website also provides information on useful educational resources. To access catalogue click here.
2020 Activism and Awareness Calendar - Rape Crisis
RASASC have compiled a calendar with a list of key dates for activism and awareness in 2020. Click here to view the PDF calendar.
Pathfinder Toolkit - Standing Together Against Domestic Violence
STADV have now launched their Pathfinder Toolkit - a 3-year national pilot project, working across eight sites in England to transform Health’s response to domestic abuse. To read the Toolkit click here and to watch the online launch of the Toolkit on Youtube click here.
Mental Health Research Matters
The VAMHN is one of 8 UKRI Mental Health Networks. To find out about the other networks and for more useful resources, visit the Mental Health Research Matters website here.
The Central and North West London Mental Health Trust have created a booklet for patients and carers on how to deal with sexual safety incidents as well as how to increase your own sexual safety. You can read it by clicking here.
Survivor's Voices Charter
Survivor's Voice have launched a project titled 'Turning Pain into Power: A Charter for Organisations Engaging Abuse Survivors in Projects, Research & Service Development'. The Charter, authored by survivor activists, aims to act as a tool to improve engagement with abuse survivors by individuals and organisations. To find out more and to download The Charter for free click here.
NAPAC Media Guidelines for Reporting Child Abuse
The National Association for People Abused in Childhood have created a resource that advises reporters and writers on how to cover stories of child abuse in a safe and respectful way. To read the guidelines click here.
Survivor Involvement Ladder
This new tool, produced by Survivors’ Voices in collaboration with Simone Kennedy, is designed to measure and evaluate the quality of survivor involvement in research about survivors. The Ladder is currently in its pilot phase and they are looking to gather feedback. To access the resource and leave your thoughts click here.
Catalogue of Mental Health Measures
This catalogue provides information about thousands of standard and non-standard measures of mental health and wellbeing collected in UK longitudinal studies. As well as signposting access to datasets, their website also provides information on useful educational resources. To access catalogue click here.
2020 Activism and Awareness Calendar - Rape Crisis
RASASC have compiled a calendar with a list of key dates for activism and awareness in 2020. Click here to view the PDF calendar.
Pathfinder Toolkit - Standing Together Against Domestic Violence
STADV have now launched their Pathfinder Toolkit - a 3-year national pilot project, working across eight sites in England to transform Health’s response to domestic abuse. To read the Toolkit click here and to watch the online launch of the Toolkit on Youtube click here.
Mental Health Research Matters
The VAMHN is one of 8 UKRI Mental Health Networks. To find out about the other networks and for more useful resources, visit the Mental Health Research Matters website here.
Online Training |
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AVA e-learning courses
AVA offers a variety of online training courses related to domestic violence, sexual abuse, substance abuse and mental health. You can access them on their website by clicking here.
Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence Online Course
The University of Sheffield has produced a new online course to help health and social care workers support victims of domestic violence. This free course aims to provide Continuing Professional Development to workers in this sector. It looks at topics such as identifying gender-based violence, forms of abuse, the impact of domestic abuse, recognising the signs of abuse and working in partnership with the individuals and organisations helping to support victims. To read more about the course and sign up for free click here.
AVA offers a variety of online training courses related to domestic violence, sexual abuse, substance abuse and mental health. You can access them on their website by clicking here.
Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence Online Course
The University of Sheffield has produced a new online course to help health and social care workers support victims of domestic violence. This free course aims to provide Continuing Professional Development to workers in this sector. It looks at topics such as identifying gender-based violence, forms of abuse, the impact of domestic abuse, recognising the signs of abuse and working in partnership with the individuals and organisations helping to support victims. To read more about the course and sign up for free click here.
Podcasts |
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Mending the Gap
This podcast series on women’s mental health research has launched out of the Section of Women’s Mental Health, King’s College London. You can listen to all episodes on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, Podbean, Stitcher and Acast! To listen to their first episode with our VAMHN co-lead Prof. Louise Howard, click here.
Network Event Podcasts
You can listen to some podcasts that were created by the Beyond the Room and the Mental Elf at some of our VAMHN events here. These short podcasts cover a variety of topics within sexual and domestic violence and mental health, with a range of distinguished speakers from across the UK.
Engaging with the voluntary and community sector: Emergency Minds x Pam Miller
Our friends at Emerging Minds hosted a podcast with Pam Miller, the Interim Head of Research at the NSPCC. Pam offers insight into how researchers can engage with voluntary and community organisations about research collaboration in the most effective way. As well as giving tips and advice on how to make contact in a way that is likely to get a response, she also discusses common mistakes and pitfalls. To listen to the podcast click here.
Safe Lives Spotlight
The Safe Lives Spotlight podcasts shine a light on a number of key issues surrounding domestic abuse. They feature a variety of guest speakers from different disciplines. To listen to their podcasts click here.
This podcast series on women’s mental health research has launched out of the Section of Women’s Mental Health, King’s College London. You can listen to all episodes on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, Podbean, Stitcher and Acast! To listen to their first episode with our VAMHN co-lead Prof. Louise Howard, click here.
Network Event Podcasts
You can listen to some podcasts that were created by the Beyond the Room and the Mental Elf at some of our VAMHN events here. These short podcasts cover a variety of topics within sexual and domestic violence and mental health, with a range of distinguished speakers from across the UK.
Engaging with the voluntary and community sector: Emergency Minds x Pam Miller
Our friends at Emerging Minds hosted a podcast with Pam Miller, the Interim Head of Research at the NSPCC. Pam offers insight into how researchers can engage with voluntary and community organisations about research collaboration in the most effective way. As well as giving tips and advice on how to make contact in a way that is likely to get a response, she also discusses common mistakes and pitfalls. To listen to the podcast click here.
Safe Lives Spotlight
The Safe Lives Spotlight podcasts shine a light on a number of key issues surrounding domestic abuse. They feature a variety of guest speakers from different disciplines. To listen to their podcasts click here.
If you have a resource that you think would like to share through the network, please contact vamhn@kcl.ac.uk