Domestic Violence
Tackling Domestic Violence
Most Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnerships (CDRPs) have identified domestic violence as a priority for action. This briefing note summarises recent research on effective approaches to reducing domestic violence and outlines key areas for action. Its main focus is on violence perpetrated by men against women. However, it is important not to overlook the incidents of men being victimised, either by women or same sex partners.
The note is designed to inform CDRPs in their tasks of:
auditing local problems
developing a domestic violence strategy
setting targets for reduction
sponsoring initiatives
monitoring progress
The sections cover:
the scale of domestic violence and known risk factors
characteristics of effective domestic violence forums
elements of an effective strategy
key areas for action in joining up responses
The paper draws on case studies and offers pointers to further information.
This briefing paper has been prepared by Helen Young, Julia Stafford and Rosie Chadwick, Crime Concern. It has been produced as part of the Partnership Support Programme (PSP), delivered by Crime Concern and Nacro in the government regions and Wales, and funded by the Home Office.
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About Nacro and Crime Concern
Nacro and Crime Concern both have extensive experience in working with local partnerships to tackle problems of crime and disorder. They are at the forefront of developing community safety practice and translating new approaches into practical measures.
In particular they:
offer partnerships help, advice and training in auditing, consultation, strategy development and implementation
provide monitoring and evaluation services
promote best practice
manage a range of crime reduction projects, many of which focus on tackling youth offending and youth victimisation through restorative justice, mentoring and youth inclusion approaches
provide implementation support for other major national programmes, including the Home Office Reducing Burglary Initiative.
Last update: Monday, October 02, 2006