Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence also referred to as Domestic Abuse is defined as 'any incident of threatening behaviour, violent or abuse (psychological, emotional, sexual or financial) between adults who are or have been intimate partners, or family members, regardless of gender or sexuality'.

Domestic violence affects people of every class, gender, wealth, geography, age, race, disability, and sexuality. The violence can begin at any stage of a relationship and may continue after the relationship has ended. Domestic violence is a pattern of controlling and aggressive behaviour that is intentional and calculated to exercise power and control within a relationship.

Domestic Violence also severly impacts children. For support and advice contact Children's Services 0208 863 5544

Domestic Violence is a crime, do not suffer in silence.
Talk to a Harrow Independent Domestic Violence Advisor 0208 864 7575 or 0808 863 9563 to get help and support.

For More Information:

• National Domestic Violence Helpline
  
• Harrow Local Safeguarding Children's Board
  
• Women's Aid
  
• Victim Support
  
• Refuge
  
• Home Office
  
• Schools

In an Emergency Always Dial 999