Today marks the third anniversary of the Domestic Abuse Act - a significant piece of legislation that was hard-won by tireless campaigning by survivors and activists. Read our full statement on what has been achieved, but also, what remains to be done: womensaid.org.uk/third-annivers…

🧵(1/2) With existing data already revealing only a fraction of domestic abuse cases in the country, tens of thousands of domestic abuse crimes are now missing from data as police discount threatening and insulting texts as a form of abuse.
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📢 My analysis today shows nearly 18,000 domestic abuse crimes are missing from police statistics - after police were instructed to count fewer crimes.

Administrative ease must never come before accurate recording of domestic abuse.

My statement: domesticabusecommissioner.uk/nearly-eightee…

Now the Rwanda Bill has passed, more people will start looking into the scheme. When they do, they will see the abuse it entails.

Here's 5 things everyone needs to know. THREAD

After extensive campaigning, we welcome the recent replacement of Clause 15 of the #VictimsAndPrisonersBill , but there is still work to do to ensure it is fit for purpose

Currently, there is no requirement that psychological 'experts' who give evidence in the family courts are suitably qualified and regulated. This case demonstrates why change is needed - to protect survivors and children. thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2024-0…

A week of celebrating women ✨

Last week was all about celebrating the awesome women who make our world shine brighter. We delivered the Manchester Women's Aid 50th Anniversary Campaign Launch Event followed by the Girls Out Loud Shining Stars Charity Ball 🪩

Two fantastic events 🤩

#Stalking Awareness Week starts on 22nd April.

Did you know that stalking was reported in 85% of cases where a woman was murdered by her partner?

Stalking is high risk and can include unwanted gifts, loitering, turning up in unwanted places.

Have a look at our amazing #MWA50 launch over on Insta: bit.ly/4b03muW

Manchester Women’s Aid @WomensAid marks 50 year anniversary @pankhurstcentre with empowering and inspiring fundraising appeal for child survivors of domestic abuse #MWA50 ilovemanchester.com/manchester-wom…

Congratulations Manchester Women's Aid at 50 anniversary campaign launch Pankhurst Centre 🐝 today with lovely REBEL Tshirt. Well done all the good work. Welcome Centre