Parenting post-abuse
Amnesty International UK, London
A trauma informed approach to supporting families post abuse and the the impacts of abuse on parenting, children and the parent-child relationship.
6
Sep
2017
AVA’s training programme has been developed by experts to meet the needs of practitioners working with people affected by Violence Against Women and Girls.
Our training includes a range of one day courses, longer OCN accredited courses, seminars and conferences. More details about each event, including the costs and procedures for booking, can be found by clicking on the titles below.
If you are interested in a particular theme or area of training, please see our filter categories. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
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Free Course – VAWG awareness (CPD accredited)
Amnesty International UK, London
This course looks at definitions of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), myths and statistics, reasons why it is difficult to leave an abusive relationship, indicators of violence and how to provide support to those affected. It will provide you with information on local and national services and referral processes.
21
Sep
2017
Complicated matters: The links between experiences of domestic & sexual violence, substance use & mental ill-health (CPD Accredited)
Amnesty International UK, London
This training is designed to raise awareness about how domestic and sexual violence, problematic substance use and mental ill-health intersect and offer effective ways to engage with individuals and families who are affected by these issues.
4
Oct
2017
Safeguarding vulnerable adults from abuse (CPD accredited)
Amnesty International UK, London
This course explores the links between gender based violence and abuse and people with care and support needs. It looks at the implications of the Care Act in the context of gender based violence and will help participants to identify survivors’ rights under the Act and the duties of local authorities and other service providers.
5
Oct
2017
Free Course – Meeting the mental health needs of domestic and sexual survivors (OCN London accredited) 3-day training
Amnesty International UK, London
This training is designed to raise awareness about how domestic and sexual violence and mental ill-health intersect and offer effective ways to engage with individuals who are affected by these issues.
1
Nov
2017
Creating trauma informed services
Amnesty International UK, London
Creating trauma informed services involves understanding, recognising and responding to the effects of trauma. It also emphasises the physical, psychological and emotional safety of survivors and practitioners, and helps survivors rebuild a sense of control and empowerment. This course will give you the knowledge and tools to introduce a trauma informed approach to your service.
16
Nov
2017
Perspectives on adolescent to parent violence
Amnesty International UK, London
An interactive, practical day on Adolescent to Parent Violence (APV), designed to raise awareness of the topic and provide participants with an opportunity to explore the dynamics of the issue as a profile of domestic abuse.
6
Dec
2017