Empowering Deaf Women to Report Domestic Abuse event

Support deaf women in reporting domestic abuse and empower them to seek help and justice

Join East Dunbartonshire Violence Against Woman and Girls partnership event, 16 Days of Action, which focuses on supporting deaf women in reporting domestic abuse.

This in-person gathering aims to provide a safe space for sharing experiences, learning about resources, and gaining the confidence to speak up.

The event will explore:

• Deaf women’s experience of domestic abuse
• Reporting domestic abuse to the police
• Recommendations from Justsigns 2 and Silent Harm research.

All members of the public and practitioners are welcome.

BSL/English interpreters, Tactile Signers, and Electronic Notetakers will be provided.

Speakers:

• Professor Jemina Napier- Professor of Intercultural Communication
• PC Stephanie Rose KPM – Police Scotland Equality & Diversity Unit
• DC Stephanie Jardine – Police Scotland Domestic Abuse Coordination Unit
• Lucy Clark – Research Consultant
• Alana Harper – CEO Deaf Links

Booking is essential. Reserve your place via Eventbrite here.

Content disclaimer: This event will discuss gender-based violence, trauma and sensitive topics that could be upsetting for some attendees. Appropriately trained support staff will be present.

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