Domestic Violence is a crime, it accounts for over a quarter of
all violent crime reported to the Police and results in around 30
murders each year in London alone.
Statistics indicate that one out of every four women is likely
to experience domestic violence in their lifetime. Given that
domestic violence is a grossly under reported crime, it is accurate
to say that many City residents and workers are likely to have been
affected by domestic violence.
The City of London Domestic Violence forum which the City Police
is a partner is committed to tackling domestic violence and with
this in mind has developed a work programme of initiatives to raise
awareness of domestic violence and to put in places mechanisms to
support and help victims of domestic violence and their families.
If you would like more information about the forum and its work
please contact the Crime and Disorder Reduction Co-ordinator on 020
7456 9815
What is domestic violence?
If you are being abused, threatened, or physically or sexually
assaulted by a partner, a former partner or a family member, that
is domestic violence. As well as actual physical violence, domestic
violence can involve a wide range of abusive and controlling
behaviour including:
- Threats
- Harassment
- Physical Attacks
- Financial Control
- Emotional Abuse
Anyone can experience domestic violence it can happen in all
kinds of relationships and for any reason, regardless of age, race,
sex, sexuality, disability, wealth, geography and lifestyle. It is
rarely a one off event and the abuse tends to get more severe and
happen more often over time.
Only you can judge your situation, but if you recognise any of
the above points in your relationship, the first step is to admit
to yourself that you are being abused and that you deserve to be
treated with respect. Accept that you are not to blame, your
partner has chosen to abuse you and to ignore this abusive
behaviour is dangerous to you and your children. Remember we all
have the right to live without fear of violence and abuse and there
is support and help out there for you.
Getting help
If you or someone you know are experiencing or have experienced
domestic violence, there are a range of organisations that can
help.
In an emergency contact the Police -
999
Freephone 24-hour Domestic Violence helpline
0808 2000 247
City of London Citizens Advice Bureau
020 7236 1157
Newham Asian Women’s Project
020 8472 0528 – provides advice and support for
Asian women and children experiencing domestic violence
Download our Terms of Reference and Work Programme here:
City of London Domestic Violence Forum Terms of
Reference PDF (45kb)
City of London Domestic Violence Strategy
PDF (218kb)
Please contact the Crime and Disorder Reduction Co-ordinator on
020 7456 9815 or
email for
further information.