Available until July 2025
We support children and young people aged 16-25 who have been affected by domestic abuse.
Abuse can be from someone you are in a relationship with, or have been in a relationship with, it can also be from a family member. It can also happen after the relationship has ended. We can support you to make safer choices in your relationships.
YPVA’s provide one-on-one support to young people, helping them understand their experiences and offering guidance on how to stay safe. They advocate on behalf of the young person, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are heard.
YPVA’s educate young people about healthy relationships, consent, and the dynamics of domestic abuse. YPVA’s assess the risk levels of the young person and work with young people to develop personalised safety plans, which may include strategies for staying safe at home, school/college/work, and in the community.
YPVAs offer emotional support, helping young people process their experiences and build resilience.
Spotting The Signs of Domestic Abuse
- Do they constantly put you down?
- Do they make you feel stupid or worthless?
- Do they play mind games that make you doubt your judgement?
- Do they control your money or make sure you are dependent on them for everyday things?
- Do they tell you how you should spend your own money?
- Do they pressure you into having sex when you don’t want to?
- Do you feel you can’t say “no” to doing things sexually?