Stalking – why male victims don’t report
1 in 10 men experience stalking, but why is it harder for men to accept and to do something about it? The National Stalking Helpline figures show that 1 in 10 men experience stalking in their lifetime, with an estimated 85% of victims not reporting incidents....
Breaking the silence – why it’s so hard for men to reach out
For anyone living with domestic abuse, reaching the point of asking for help is a huge and daunting step but for men this is even harder. When it comes to reporting abuse or getting support, men are less likely than women to take action. There are lots of...
What does the Early Years sector need to help prevent domestic abuse?
Over the last year, funded by Small Steps Big Changes (SSBC), Equation has been researching into what can be improved to help prevent domestic abuse at the early years level. Consulting with over 300 early years practitioners in Nottinghamshire, Equation have...
Introducing Vanessa Dixon – Children and Young Persons’ Manager
We're really pleased to introduce you to a new member of the Equation team. Meet Vanessa. As a previous Assistant Manager for Framework Housing Association, Vanessa brings almost 10 years experience of working with children and young people as a support worker...
Depp Vs Heard: The evidence you didn’t see on YouTube
Whether you have an interest in the issue of domestic abuse or not, it’s likely you’ve given some thought to the Depp vs Heard defamation case in recent weeks. As the high-profile case progresses, most public opinion currently seems to fall into one of three camps,...
Equation announces appointment of new CEO, Sharon Williams
The Board of Trustees for Equation Charity announce the appointment of Sharon Williams, who joined us as incoming CEO on 3rd May 2022 Established in 1989, Equation works across communities to reduce the impact of domestic abuse and sexual violence. From...
Psychological abuse
“He made me feel like I was crazy. I apologised for things I hadn't even done just to try and keep the peace. I always felt guilty for everything and nothing at the same time. I was emotionally exhausted; I would cry all the time” (Survivor) Psychological or...
Equation’s Ashfield School Survey reveals young people feel safe but almost half would not confide in staff
A survey into young people’s sense of safety has found that while half of respondents feel safe at school, 43% would not feel confident speaking to staff if they had concerns.The survey forms part of a focus to heighten security in Worksop South and Ashfield as part...
Equation Launch Young People’s Film Club
Following on from the success of our award-winning Reel Equality Film Club, Equation are now reaching out to younger audiences with our film club Reel Respect.Similar to Reel Equality, Reel Respect aim to show great movies that challenge gender stereotypes, whilst...
The Domestic Abuse Act
We'll be updating this page with updates on the Domestic Abuse Act as we are aware of them. If you have any questions or comments about this page, please email communications@equation.org.uk.Latest updates13th October 2021 - There has been an amendment to...
We’ve won the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
We have some exciting news to share - we're thrilled to announce that we've been awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. Equation were nominated to win the award by 2020 High Sherriff Dame Elizabeth Fradd and out of the thousands of nominated charities,...
‘Homes Under the Hammer’ marathon fundraiser gathers national interest
At 10am on Sunday 16th May, a man began a long journey – without leaving his sofa. Weeks before, Liam Kirk had discovered a channel that streamed nothing but back-to-back episodes of BBC daytime TV cult favourite Homes Under the Hammer. The property renovation show...
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