About the Champions Network
People who are working in front facing roles are best placed to identify and respond to those who may be living with domestic abuse. Once trained, NIDAS domestic abuse champions can be the first response to domestic abuse.
With this initial, free two day course, delegates will be trained to understand the dynamics of power and control, and how to identify, assess and manage risk. Delegates are trained to understand their Domestic Abuse Champion role does not train them to become a domestic abuse specialist. The role of a champion is to have the skills, knowledge and confidence to identify domestic abuse and to respond safely, with confidence, and to encourage any victim to access specialist support from specialist agencies, including NIDAS.
How to become a DA Champion
If you would like to be considered to attend our free, two-day NIDAS Domestic Abuse Champion training, please discuss and get consent from your line manager.
Application form (please note, both days need to be completed to become a NIDAS Domestic Abuse Champion).
Training is delivered monthly and once your application form has received by the NIDAS training team you will be placed on our register and updated once we know if you have a place.
This training is available for those working in Norfolk only.
What being a DA Champion means
We know victims of domestic abuse are more likely to disclose to another professional before accessing a domestic abuse specialist support service.
NIDAS Domestic Abuse Champion training equips professionals with the confidence and competence to identify and safely respond to those impacted by Domestic Abuse. This early intervention will support victims to access the right support, at the right time which can reduce harm and escalation of risk.
Being a NIDAS Domestic Abuse Champion means you will be part of a growing network (currently over 1,100 strong), from a broad range of organisations and professions. Regular networking, learning and refresher events bring Champions together to develop relationships. We all develop an understanding of the dynamics of power and control and how domestic abuse impacts lives, whilst gaining a shared understanding of need and risk, along with an awareness of each other’s services and roles.
We know the most effective support for victims and survivors of domestic abuse is when a joined-up approach is used. As a trained NIDAS Domestic Abuse Champion, you may be in a position to be the first (or only) point of contact for a victim of domestic abuse within your organisation and be able to respond effectively.
