Brixton domestic abuse survivor welcomes new law but claims more needs to be done to break cycle of violence
“My husband held a pillow over my head – his violence was always directed above my shoulders. “He slammed my
National domestic abuse register petition launched by Croydon Council
Domestic abuse offenders should be listed on a national register, according to Croydon Council. Council members have launched a petition
Lambeth women THREE TIMES more likely to suffer domestic abuse than other boroughs
Lambeth women have the most dangerous home lives of any borough in south-west London, reveal exclusive figures obtained by SW
Shedding light on silent sufferers: Lambeth’s Gaia Centre offers refuge to domestic abuse victims
The Gaia Centre in Lambeth is tackling the shocking statistics that two women in the UK are killed each week
Croydon women’s group expecting increase in domestic abuse during World Cup
By Jas Bahia Domestic abuse charities and women’s groups in Croydon are expecting an increase in reports of violence during
World unites for One Billion Rising against female abuse
Summary: In the UK, two women a week are killed by a partner or an ex. Image: By Margarita Mitchel
Police worker praised after receiving MBE for helping domestic violence victims in Kingston
Summary: Jo Keogh was recognised in the Queen’s honours list at the weekend By SWLondoner staff Community leaders have praised
Male victims of domestic violence urged to seek help in Kingston
Summary: One in three victims of domestic abuse are men. By SWLondoner staff A week-long campaign to help men who
Campaign tackling teenage domestic abuse launched by Lambeth Council
Summary: Addressing violence against women and girls is a key priority for the council. Image: By SWLondoner staff Abusive teenage
Merton Council launches domestic abuse campaign
Summary: 16 day scheme supports women’s aid ‘Real Man’ campaign Image: By Tim Williams A 16 day campaign against gender