Understanding the Language of Abuse
Understanding the language of abuse is not always straightforward. It may not begin with obvious harm or clear warning signs; more often, it appears in subtle words, shifting behaviours and patterns that can be difficult to name. For many survivors, the hardest part...
Understanding the Family Court Process: A Guide for Those Experiencing Domestic Abuse
Domestic Abuse Alliance works to support individuals experiencing domestic abuse by improving access to legal support and protection. Alongside legal services, access to clear, supportive information can make a meaningful difference when navigating legal processes....
What Is a Restraining Order in the UK?
Many people search for information about a legal protection order in the UK when they are looking for protection from harassment or domestic abuse. However, in England and Wales, the legal meaning of a restraining order is more specific than many realise....
Sharon’s Policy (2025): strengthening workplace responses to domestic abuse
Domestic abuse doesn’t stay at home. It affects how people work, concentrate and feel safe - both inside and outside the workplace. For some, their job may be the only consistent, safe space where they can reach out for help. That’s why having a clear, informed and...
What Is a Non-Molestation Order?
A Non-Molestation Order (NMO) is a court order that can help protect you from someone who is threatening, harassing or abusing you. It can stop them from contacting you, coming near your home or doing anything that makes you or your children feel unsafe. You can apply...
What is an Occupation Order?
An Occupation Order is a court order that decides who can live in a shared home. It can stop someone who is hurting, threatening or intimidating you from entering or returning to the property. You can apply if you share a home with the person causing harm - such as a...
Clare’s Law: How Survivors Can Use the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS)
Clare’s Law: 5 Key Steps to Safely Request Information If you are in a relationship and worry about your partner’s past, or if you are a friend or family member concerned for someone you care about, you may have heard of Clare’s Law, also known as the Domestic...
Domestic Abuse in Same-Sex Relationships: Breaking the Silence
Domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or background. While public awareness has grown around abuse in heterosexual relationships, far less attention is given to domestic abuse within same-sex relationships. This lack of recognition can leave...
Healthy Relationships vs Domestic Abuse: What You Need to Know
Healthy Relationships vs Domestic Abuse: What You Need to Know Understanding the difference between healthy relationships and those affected by domestic abuse is essential for well-being and safety. While every relationship has its challenges, patterns of control,...
Domestic Abuse in the UK: What the Statistics Tell Us
Introduction Domestic abuse is defined as any incident or pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading, or violent behaviour, including sexual violence, in the majority of cases by a partner or ex-partner, but also by a family member or...
