A Safe Space in practice
One of VOICES' Trustees gives their personal view of what safe spaces can provide for people recovering from domestic abuse
A Safe Space in practice
One of VOICES' Trustees gives their personal view of what safe spaces can provide for people recovering from domestic abuse
My understanding of a safe space is one in which a person not only feels physical and emotionally safe, but one in which they can recover and grow. It needs to be a place of warmth, shelter, nourishment and compassion. No two people will have exactly the same requirements to feel safe, so the space has to be flexible enough to meet individual needs. The space needs to be one in which the individual can feel secure enough to explore who they are, what their needs and desires are; to challenge their own internal monologues and to realise their full potential
This service has saved my mental health and has provided a safe service whilst helping with coping mechanisms for the future.
- Lena
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Domestic Abuse Advisory Group launches new ‘Guide to Family Court Proceedings’
Backed by victims and judiciary, to de-mystify family court process for all, VOICES are very proud to be part of the Local Family Justice Board’s (LFJB) Domestic Abuse Advisory group, formed of experts from all professions involved in the family court.
