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05/12/2025

📣Our theme for day eleven is Su***de & Domestic Abuse. 📣

Su***de is the leading cause of death in domestic abuse cases. In many cases, coercive and controlling behaviour was a driving factor.

Support is available to anyone affected by domestic abuse from Devon Domestic Abuse Alliance: https://ddaa.org.uk/

Our theme event TODAY is a webinar: What we know to be the links between risks of su***de and domestic abuse, warning signs and practical safety planning, where to escalate concerns to. Time: 12:30-13:45 including Q&A. Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NGIyY2NmNTItNzViZi00MzMxLWE5YjYtZTg1Y2FkZTE0NjU3%40thread.v2/0?context=%7B%22Tid%22%3A%2228ca3363-276c-48af-a0e5-e570ed1be6ee%22%2C%22Oid%22%3A%22e6beb585-fd94-4b30-aae5-f6bd3e14a946%22%2C%22IsBroadcastMeeting%22%3Atrue%2C%22role%22%3A%22a%22%7D&btype=a&role=a

There is also an information stall: J9 Initiative and Family Hub collaboration, raising awareness of Domestic Abuse. 10am to 3pm. Exeter Library Exeter Rougemont Place, Exeter EX4 3PQ. Come and find out about the J9 Domestic Abuse Initiative training – creating Safe-Spaces in the community. Come and see how Family Hubs are working together with services and professional to support children, young people and families in their communities.

04/12/2025

Thank you everyone’s attend our J9 Domestic Abuse Initiative UK training session today 🙌

📣Day 10 is all about Nighttime economy and street harassment. 📣

We all deserve to feel safe at night, whether we’re on a night out or walking home.

While this theme highlights the risks women still face from street and nighttime harassment, it is important to note that most sexual assaults and r**es happen in people's own homes by partners or ex-partners (2 in 5), or people known to victim-survivors (6 in 7).

This short video developed by Devon & Cornwall Police gives an overview of Project Nighteye, that aims to prevent sexual and other crimes by proactively identifying predatory sexual behaviour and intervening to prevent this escalating to an offence: Project Nighteye Animation - what is it, how to support and report: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CH3Lim2JjA&t=5s

Support is available if you have experienced sexual harassment, violence or abuse:

Devon RCSAS: Devon R**e Crisis and Sexual Abuse Services – We offer confidential, professional support to survivors or r**e, sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse in Devon: https://devonr**ecrisis.org.uk/

Independent Sexual Violence Advisor Service: The Bridge Project South West: https://bridgeprojectsw.org.uk/

Exeter University: Sexual violence | Wellbeing Services in Devon: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/students/wellbeing/devon/resources/sexualviolence/

Our theme event for TODAY is the Reclaim the Night march in Barnstaple. This is a free, family friendly event starting with the badge-making workshop in the library from 4pm and then the march from the Square, Barnstaple from 5pm.

An additional event for TODAY is online J9 Domestic Abuse Initiative UK - Creating Safe Spaces in the community. Training and resources for organisations in Devon and Cornwall that want to be able to support staff, clients, friends, family and the public who are impacted by domestic abuse. After the training, your business will become a J9 Organisation, offering a safe space where people can access information about Domestic Abuse, and a safe phone to contact domestic abuse services if they wish. 2 pm – 4:30 pm. Book here: J9 Sign Up 4th December 2025 for 16 Days of Action 14:00 - 16.30 – https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=qR-HNt-SdkWqjFnFD3dqYj_U8sGxsP9Go3EjX_2fx3ZUOEUzSVNOV0w1NjU5U0NHMFJRSk1RQUhCUyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

01/12/2025

More Positive Me CIC is delivering an online J9 Initiative as part of 16 Days of Action Devon, if your organisation is based in Devon you are welcome to join online, creating a safe space where people can access resources and support without you having to be a domestic abuse specialist, but giving people access to support they need. This is in partnership with Devon Domestic Abuse Alliance and funded by Devon County Council.
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30/11/2025

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30/11/2025

🌳 Stand Tall with Us in Paignton.

The Standing Tall Partnership is bringing our Awareness Raising Bus to Paignton just outside Boots this week!

📅 When: Tuesday, December 2nd | from 10:00am
📍 Where: Parked outsideBoots

We are committed to helping raise awareness of the local, confidential services available for anyone affected by domestic abuse or sexual violence.

If you or someone you know needs support, or if you simply want to learn how to help a loved one, please drop by the bus. Our team will be on hand to answer questions and connect you with the resources you need.

We believe no one should stand alone.
➡️ Learn more about our partnership: www.whatsyourproblem.org.uk/standing-tall-partnership/

☎️ Immediate help is available: Call the Torbay Community Helpline on 01803 446022 and ask for Standing Tall.

30/11/2025

Congratulations to your 10th Anniversary and thank you for all the work you do 🙏

🎉 We’re Celebrating 10 Years! 🎉
What’s Your Problem C.I.C. is proud to mark a decade of providing friendly, confidential support and helping ensure everyone has equal and fair access to justice and support.

If you have been part of our journey as a friend, colleague, client or supporter then we’d love to celebrate this milestone with you on Wednesday 10th December, from 10am–2pm, at our East Street office in Torquay.

📩 Reserve your place: angie@whatsyourproblem.org.uk

30/11/2025

16 Days of Community Events: We're Taking a Stand.

Standing Tall will be hosting an information stand Monday, December 1st, at the Co-op on Palace Avenue, Paignton (from 10am).

We know it can be hard to find help. Our mission is to connect anyone affected by domestic abuse or sexual violence with the vital local support and services they need.

If you need information, a safe place to ask questions, or just want to learn how you can support the community, come see us!

For more information about the Standing Tall Partnership go to: www.whatsyourproblem.org.uk/standing-tall-partnership/ or if you or someone you know could benefit from support, call the Torbay Community Helpline on 01803 446022 and ask for Standing Tall

30/11/2025

📣For day six we are thinking about Domestic Abuse Later in Life. 📣

Domestic abuse can happen at any age. Older people are just as likely to experience harm from domestic abuse as younger people but are much less likely to seek support.

Older people can face additional barriers to accessing support, including not knowing what support is available and professionals focusing on factors like 'carer stress' or dementia, which can lead to a misclassification of the abuse and a lack of involvement from specialist domestic abuse services.

In Devon, reports of abuse and referrals for support from people aged 60 years and over are increasing. Devon Domestic Abuse Alliance https://ddaa.org.uk is available to all, with tailored resources to help improve safety and support options for anyone over 60.

A peninsula project (Devon, Torbay, Plymouth and Cornwall) focused on better understanding the needs and experiences of older victim-survivors of domestic abuse took place in 2024-2025. Some of the resources developed through the project are available here: https://safercornwall.co.uk/domestic_abuse_resources/

Here is a pre-recording of the Older People’s Project outcomes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPYYqQt30l4&feature=youtu.be

Further developments based on the project recommendations will be rolled out over the coming year, including training and an Older People’s Charter. If your service or organisation is interested in finding out more on how you can recognise the importance and value of older people who are at risk of, are experiencing or have experienced Domestic Abuse, Sexual Abuse or Violence, get in touch with amy.callebaut@devon.gov.uk

North Devon Against Domestic Abuse - NDADA is hosting the following Webinar on the 15th of January 2026 from 10-12: Domestic Abuse in Later Life. Book Here: 1a530e1e-6b5c-4bfc-8308-63c0030f165f@58f8201f-1667-4187-ac7c-4ceb0eedbd09" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/1a530e1e-6b5c-4bfc-8308-63c0030f165f@58f8201f-1667-4187-ac7c-4ceb0eedbd09

29/11/2025

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27/11/2025

📢 AWARENESS RAISING BUS IS IN TORQUAY TODAY! 📢

Join the Standing Tall Partnership today, from 10am - 2pm. We'll be parked outside Primark in our touring bus, ready to provide information on vital local services for anyone affected by domestic abuse or sexual violence.

Drop by to:
Learn more about support services.
Ask questions in a safe space.
Find out where help is available, whenever you need it.

🔗 Find out more: www.whatsyourproblem.org.uk/standing-tall-partnership/
📞 Need support now? Call the Torbay Community Helpline on 01803 446022 and ask for Standing Tall.

25/11/2025

📣It’s day one of the 16 Days of Action! 📣

Today’s theme is Healthy Relationships!

We're starting our campaign with the theme of ‘Healthy Relationships’ but what does that actually mean? Here’s an article highlighting some signs of a healthy relationships and signs that a relationship might be abusive: https://domestic-abuse.co.uk/healthy-relationships-vs-domestic-abuse/

We would like to take an opportunity to showcase the following organisations and services:

Anyone in Devon: Devon Domestic Abuse Alliance Home - https://ddaa.org.uk/

Young people: Young Devon Domestic Abuse | Get Support Now - https://www.youngdevon.org/wellbeing/domestic-abuse

For schools and education services: Devon Schools Wellbeing Partnership Healthy relationships & RSE - Devon Schools Wellbeing - https://www.devonschoolswellbeing.org.uk/pshe/healthy-relationships-rse/

For support to change unhealthy behaviours: CRAFT Behaviour Change Programme CRAFT Training and Development this can also be accessed via DDAA https://ddaa.org.uk/

Theme events:
Together Drug and Alcohol Services are hosting a female only taster SMART meeting – Creating a healthy relationship with ourselves TODAY in person, 10:30 – 12: Magdalene House, Exeter, EX1 2NJ. *No need to book. *SMART meetings are for women in recovery from drugs/alcohol only.

There is a pop-up event at Petroc today between 11-1 sharing information about the 16 Days of Action and events taking place.

The Devon Domestic Abuse Alliance and Young Devon will be hosting a panel discussion on Healthy Relationships in the new year (date & time TBC) so keep an eye out for that too!

Full details of events and activities throughout this year’s 16 Days of Action can be found here - https://saferdevon.co.uk/domestic-sexual-violence-abuse/16-days-of-action-in-devon/