Domestic Abuse is everyone’s business and as employers we all have a responsibility to support our colleagues. Domestic abuse can happen to anyone regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnicity or ability. It is regardless of income, class or status, immigration status, sexual orientation or health issues; including pregnancy.
Domestic abuse currently costs UK businesses over £1.9 billion a year through engagement, absence and sickness and lack of talent retention. 75% of women that experience domestic abuse are targeted at work –from harassing phone calls and abusive partners arriving at the office unannounced, to physical assaults.
Other colleagues may find themselves involved in Domestic Abuse situations; they may be questioned about the victim’s whereabouts or find themselves trying to protect the victim and fear for their own safety. Furthermore, colleagues may not know how to help or be aware of a workplace policy or procedure. All employers have a duty of care and health and safety laws ensure workers have the right to work in a safe environment where risks to health and well-being are considered and dealt with efficiently.
Homelessness charity Llamau are daring to imagine a world without homelessness, and are determined to achieve it. Llamau work with young people and women who are at risk or experiencing homelessness in Wales; focusing on prevention, providing safe accommodation and support to move on.
Ending Domestic Abuse is everyone’s responsibility. As an employer, you can play a vital role by creating a working environment in which every employee feels confident and safe to seek or offer support with Domestic Abuse.
Join Llamau’s expert, Nicola Fitzpatrick on 7th June between 2pm and 3pm to learn more about creating a supportive work place, where domestic abuse is everyone’s business.
Find out more information and sign up to attend here.
