If you fear or are experiencing Domestic Violence and need confidential support Call PDVG 24 Hour Helpline:
0800 052 7222 In an emergency always ring 999. Other Useful Numbers Huddersfield Women’s Aid
Mission Statement .National Children’s Centre and Pennine
Domestic Violence Group are working in partnership to deliver a behaviour change programme for male perpetrators of domestic violence.
01484 308 300 Kirklees Asian and Black Women's Welfare Association (KABWWA)
We believe that everyone has the right to live free from all forms of abuse and be safe from potential or actual harm at all times.
Domestic violence Perpetrator Programme
Integrated Support Service Supporting women
01484 304 338 Staying Safe in Kirklees 01484 304 318 Sanctuary Scheme 01484 304 319 Kirklees Rape Crisis Centre
We are committed to a proactive approach to the provision of programmes that focus on effective interventions with perpetrators of domestic violence. We believe that engaging with perpetrators can reduce risk therefore promoting greater safety for those experiencing domestic violence.
01484 450 040 West Yorkshire Police Safeguarding Unit/ Domestic Violence Support: 01924 206 130
Charity No. 1094215
Support Services Domestic Violence Perpetrator Programme (DVPP) The DVPP is a community based programme within Kirklees. It aims to support male perpetrators of domestic violence with an Integrated Support service that works with female partners or ex partners of those attending the programme. The DVPP is managed and run by the National Children’s Centre working in partnership with Pennine Domestic Violence Group (PDVG).
Integrated Support Service (ISS) The ISS aims to provide partners of those attending the DVPP programme with one to one and group support.
Information Sharing Information will be exchanged between the DVPP and ISS in relation to changes in risk, engagement with the programme and any other relevant information. This will be done on a weekly basis with significant concerns discussed within 24 hours.
Group Sessions A group programme will also be made available to those accessing the ISS. The sessions will run for two hours per week for twelve weeks.
It is not compulsory for partners/ ex partners to access the ISS, however if they choose to they will be able to seek support on an ongoing one to one basis at a location they feel comfortable with.
For there no longer to be a risk to partners or children
Improved relationships between perpetrator and their partners/ex partners.
For children to have safer, healthier childhoods
Longer term economic benefits.
Sessions are designed to provide individuals with the following:
Support in building self-esteem and confidence to improve quality of life
An understanding of the beliefs held by perpetrators.
Help in recognizing potential abusers.
How does it work? Partners /ex partners are referred through the DVPP service. The ISS Support worker will make contact with individuals within one week of the perpetrator starting the DVPP.
Aims and Outcomes:
An understanding of the effects on children and young people. Introduction and education on community responses.
For Further information about the ISS service please call: Integrated Support Service Tel: 01484 304319 Mobile: 0771 4083 479 Email: iss@pdvg.co.uk