Domestic Abuse Consultant and Trainer

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CHILDREN

EXPERIENCE
DOMESTIC ABUSE

Shaping services to respond to children

who have experienced domestic abuse.

Testimonials

"Roz Davidson is at the forefront of the response to Domestic Abuse in Lewisham from being the Chair of the Violence Against Women and Girls Forum, to being the Domestic Abuse Manager in the borough’s Children and Family Centres, to running the Positive Parenting Company, to delivering training as an AVA National Trainer, Roz is in the frontline when it comes to delivering the Freedom and Community Groups Programmes to support the victims of domestic abuse to recover and rebuild their lives.


However, Roz recognises that prevention is the long term solution to Domestic Abuse which is deeply rooted in culture and attitudes that are learned. Perhaps Roz’s greatest asset is speaking with intelligence and passion to help raise awareness of the signs, intricate behaviours and characteristics of Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control, to challenge policy and practice as well as training a workforce to exhibit the same passion and strength of character she has herself.


Roz is one of the key protagonists to ensure this hidden harm is exposed to the world, that the experiences of children are not over looked or forgotten but acknowledged in a therapeutic and educational way to support recovery and prevent future cycles of abuse.


Despite all of these broad commitments Roz is always on the end of the phone or representing a victim in a professionals meeting, Roz is a key asset to the struggle locally here in Lewisham and is now quite rightly being recognised as an asset nationally."

Michael Grant
Children Affected by Domestic Abuse Programme Manager
CYP Joint Commissioning Team London Borough of Lewisham

" Roz has been essential and vital in spreading awareness and educating frontline practioners to bring the voice of the child to forefront when working with families that experience domestic abuse in the London borough of Lewisham.


Her Experience of working with children and providing the therapeutic interventions needed to validate children's lived experiences is fundamental in improving the lives of more children and mothers.


Roz is the Violence Against Women and Girls(VAWG) forum chair in Lewisham her contribution and commitment to the forum has made a significant difference to the way VAWG services are delivered and developed.


It is without no doubt that without the work of Roz the services provided for families who experience gender based violence would appear very different her work is totally remarkable"

Charlene Noel
Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) Programme
and Strategy Manager- Crime Reduction Service

"As a commissioner of early intervention services I understand the devastating impact that domestic abuse can have on children and families and I am constantly challenging my services, and our partners, to respond better to this need.


Whilst we don't have all the answers, we do know that the solution won't be found in a single intervention, or a one off training programme. It sits with the experts who truly understand children and families and the experiences they have faced, and it sits with the remarkable strength and resilience of children and families themselves. Roz epitomises this - she is an expert in her field and a passionate and articulate advocator for children and young people. Most importantly, time and again, she has achieved remarkable outcomes with some of our most vulnerable children and families.


As a commissioner Roz offers me a trusted academic and operational view ( as well as plenty of positive critical challenge) that helps shape strategy, policy and commissioning decisions. As a deliverer of services Roz is kind, relatable and very very effective and fills me with confidence that our children and families are in the safest of hands."

David McCollum
Joint Commissioner - Early Intervention

"Working with Roz is an incredibly positive experience. Her huge range of knowledge and her commitment to make real difference to the lives of those impacted by domestic abuse, has been both inspirational and transformative in shaping our service delivery.


She has worked with us to develop the Community Groups Programme in particular into an incredible force for good in the lives of children whose emotions and lived experience has been affected by the abuse they have lived through, and developing staff to become specialists in this area in their own right.


Her ability to challenge preconceived ideas and approaches in order to bring the importance of this work to people’s attention, has in turn helped the work grow and expand. She brings colleagues from across the spectrum of statutory and voluntary services along with her, with an excellent ability to teach and support others in making the same journey.


I would recommend her work unreservedly. We have been fortunate to have her working with us."

Val Pope
Service Manager, London and Kent
Early Years Alliance

About Roz

THE EFFECTS

We know that in cases where there is domestic abuse there is a 40% overlap with child abuse also occurring


RESEARCH ALSO INDICATES THAT CHILDREN EXPERIENCING DOMESTIC ABUSE ARE MORE LIKELY THAN OTHER CHILDREN TO SHOW A NUMBER OF EFFECTS

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Children exhibit higher rates of trauma symptoms.

Children also have behavioral problems.

Children are likely to intervene on behalf of the abused parent.

Children can develop a traumatic bond with the perpetrator.

THEIR STORIES

THE VOICES OF CHILDREN

Age 9

THE VOICES OF CHILDREN

Group Age 7-8

WHAT WE DO

CHILDREN OVERCOMING DOMESTIC ABUSE

TRAINING

WARNING: THIS FILM OCCASIONALLY CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE AND ADULT THEMES (WHICH MAY BE UNSUITABLE FOR CHILDREN). THE CONTENT OF THIS FILM IS BASED ON THE TESTIMONY AND EXPERIENCES OF REAL PEOPLE AND PORTRAYS EXAMPLES OF LIVING WITHIN A COERCIVE AND CONTROLLING RELATIONSHIP AND MAY CAUSE DISTRESS.

Coercive control is an act or a pattern of acts of assault, threats, humiliation and intimidation or other abuse that is used to harm, punish, or frighten their victim. Domestic abuse is NOT always physical, Domestic abuse can be psychological, emotional, sexual, physical or financial. Domestic abuse and coercive control is against the law.


If you have been affected by this film or if you are experiencing domestic abuse, YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Support is available: Freephone 24-Hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 If you are worried about a child and require more information and advice please call: NSPCC helpline: 0808 800 5000 If you have a hearing impairment please be aware you can watch the film with subtitles and if you require information or support please access: SIGNHEALTH - DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICE: Text or WhatsApp/FaceTime 07970 350366 / da@signhealth.org.uk

The Go-To UK Consultant
on Domestic abuse

I offer support to services exploring their domestic abuse offer. I can provide insight and knowledge on how services can be tailored to meet the needs of women and children in recovery from domestic abuse. I have consulted across organisations and Local Authorities reshaping the approach of domestic abuse services with the offer of additional training to up skill professionals. This can enable us all to support children and women in their journey of recovery and be competent and confident in our approach.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP


Our trainings and programmes are designed to have the greatest impact possible, our years of experience speaks for us on both fronts, learn more by selecting the link best suited to your needs.

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