Last updated by Stephanie Rosser on Thursday, November 28, 2024

Last week, SETDAB hosted its annual conference, with inspiring stories, expert insights, and a kick-off for the UN’s 16 Days of Activism. 

By uniting voices from across sectors, the conference served as a powerful reminder of the importance of working together to protect the vulnerable and break the cycle of domestic abuse.

Attendees heard from expert speakers, who helped develop an understanding of the complexities of suicide in relation to domestic abuse. Attendees also gained knowledge of the data linking domestic abuse to heightened suicide risk, reinforcing the importance of targeted intervention.

Essex has a comprehensive, multi-agency approach to tackling domestic abuse, ensuring that victims have access to the protection, resources, and support they need to feel safe and rebuild their lives. If you are affected, there is help available from your local domestic abuse service Essex Compass, call 0330 333 7 444.

If you are in immediate danger, always call 999.