This episode raises the issue of Diversity Equity Inclusion of Domestic Abuse into the workplace and why it's important for recognising some of the different types of people of people who are effected by abuse and why we must broaden our thinking of the different types of groups and how each should be treated respectfully. If you're an employer and would like to know more do email me on - [email protected] 🌺

Employers must stop Sweeping Domestic Abuse Under The Carpet as if it's just something that happens in the home. They need to stop pleading ignorance and implement the H&S Laws that is pertinent in supporting those effected by domestic abuse. To help employers we have also included some of the signs and indicators that employers can look out for if they feel that an employee may be a victim. As well as signs and indicators we have highlighted significant physical and mental impacts that domestic abuse causes to an employee.

As we enter into 2022 employers have adopted the hybrid work model because of Covid-19. This episode highlights what Domestic Abuse is and forms it takes and who perpetrator's are. More importantly the responsibility that employers and businesses have towards their employees. Are they doing enough? - [email protected]

2022 is just around the corner and we are coming to you with something new. Although we will still be addressing domestic abuse issues, it will be in the context of the workplace. During my conversations with survivors, one of the concerns mentioned is, "are employers doing enough?" "Employers could do more." Stop Sweeping It Under The Carpet will also be discussing pertinent issues that employers need to address in the workplace in order to improve mental health and well-being. In 2022 its time to bring these conversations to the forefront.

We know globally Domestic Abuse is an epidemic within a pandemic and everyone needs to play there part. Starting in January 2022 l will be coming to you with tips and strategies for Employers. Yes... Employers. This is under the topic of When Domestic Abuse Comes to Work. I'll also be bringing to you if you're a team member is your employer doing enough in your organisation to support its teams or do employers need training themselves to become a more empathetic leader?

As society adapts to the Hybrid Model of working for their business, we ask the questions are employers doing enough to support employees if they are experiencing domestic abuse? It's such an important time for employers to start 'bridging the gap' if you will, between the impact of domestic abuse in the home and the workplace. My guest Helen shares her experiences and thoughts on what employers can put into place in order to be a more supportive, empathetic and inclusive organisation.

I wanted to share with you that Stop Sweeping It Under The Carpet has be awarded with a Recognised Specialist Status in highlighting, educating raising consciousness of domestic abuse. These stories told by survivors for some is also away for them to help start rebuilding their lives. It is also an opportunity to use their voices to create a dominoe effect of voices saying "Stop Abusing Us..Our Lives Matter Too. Stop Sweeping It Under The Carpet is a safe non judgemental space for women and girls. So thank you Ayanay Psychological Accreditation for the recognition.

This interview is a continuous conversation that I have been having with the community of Barking & Dagenham UK based on the Domestic Abuse Commission Report launched by LBBD. It was launched due to LBBD having the highest rate of reported incidents of domestic abuse. The last 4 episodes have been based on the co-authors experiences and contributions to the report. This interview is from the professional perspective of the report.

The final interview from the ladies from The London Borough of Barking & Dagenham as they talk about their personal experiences of domestic abuse. They provide an insight as to why the LBBD has the highest reported rate of domestic abuse in London compared to the other local authorities. The ladies both share their role contributing to The Domestic Abuse Commission Report that was launched recently.

(Part 2) Continuation from the last episode. Sharing experiences, creating awareness and discussions pertaining to the launch of London Borough of Barking and Dagenham Domestic Abuse Commission Report.