Read about how you can have fun and raise money for the Helpline by taking part in this virtual run for charity.

A gay guy’s story of family abuse

A survivor’s story of an abusive lesbian relationship

A survivor of an abusive gay relationship tells his story and the particular issues faced by family expectations.

A victim’s story of life on the merry go round of a coercive, controlling and violent relationship and why it is so difficult to escape.

A survivor’s story of life with an abusive partner in lockdown

Recognising is as abuse was the first step - an LGBT survivor’s story

Domestic abuse in rural areas lasts on average 25% longer than in urban areas. Read some key findings and some victims’ stories.

JKC Lawyers and Hertfordshire Domestic Abuse Helpline, working in partnership, are delighted to announce the launch of a domestic abuse drop in service at JKC’s offices in Watford with effect from 22 January 2020.

Find out about Operation Encompass and how it can help children who have witnessed domestic abuse.

Rosie Duffield MP talks about her own experience of domestic abuse including controlling behaviour.

An Officer from Herts Constabulary’s Domestic Abuse Investigation Support Unit talks about what his work involves.

In the second of our blogs the DCI in charge of the DAISU (Domestic Abuse Investigation and Safeguarding Unit), Herts Constabulary writes about the seriousness of stalking.

DCI Stuart Cheek from Herts DAISU writes about two case studies on stalking which sadly ended in the deaths of two girls.

Modern technology gives abusers ever-growing ways to control, isolate, humiliate and dominate women using the tools of everyday life . Whether you’re a survivor or a professional, Refuge’s resources will equip you to understand how to use different devices, apps, websites and networks safely.

Reported cases of people being exploited, forced into modern forms of slavery and trafficked into the UK are on the increase. We feature this blog because of the overlap between modern slavery and domestic abuse. Both men and women can be victims of domestic abuse, coercive and controlling behaviour and sexual exploitation. Our thanks go to the Herts Modern Slavery Partnership for this blog.

Sometimes it can be difficult to know what options are available to you legally when you are in an abusive relationship. This is a quick run through of some of those options. We would always recommend that you obtain professional advice. The Helpline can give you the phone numbers of legal firms in Herts that can help you.

No matter how much you may love or care for the person who is hurting you, there is no excuse for Elder Abuse.  You have the right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. Domestic Abuse of Older people is acknowledged to be under reported. In this guide on Elder Abuse we highlight how to spot the signs you are victim and how to get help.

This article talks through why disabled people can become more vulnerable to partner abuse, barriers to seeking support and advice on how to support a friend or relative you are concerned about

If you are thinking of leaving an abusive relationship the thought of leaving your home to stay in a shelter or refuge can be concerning. In this article, we explain what domestic abuse shelters are and the invaluable services they provide for victims of abuse.