Everything we do to end domestic abuse for good
Domestic abuse is a solvable problem, and we tackle it from every angle. We support Male and LGBTQ+ survivors, teach young people about healthy relationships, and work with people who use abusive behaviour to help them change. Together with partners across Nottinghamshire, we’re building a future free from abuse.
Creating lasting impact across Nottinghamshire
We don’t guess what works — we know, because we’ve seen it. Our approach is built on years of frontline experience and independent evaluation, not assumption. Every programme is designed with survivor safety first. That’s why our work reaches thousands of people across Nottinghamshire each year, and why it keeps changing lives.
- 28,917 children and young people reached 2025-26.
- 1,005 school staff trained through our Twilight programme 2025-26.
- 3,652 professionals and delegates trained 2025-26.
- 82% of Survivors felt safer after using our services 2025-26.
- 91% of Survivors felt more confident after using our services 2025-26.
- 90% of Your Choice Project completers had no further police-reported domestic abuse offences within 6 months 2025-26.
Working together to build safer communities across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
Safer communities don’t happen by chance. We work with young people to build healthy relationships, support survivors, and train professionals to respond with confidence. Every strand of our work reinforces the next—prevention, support, and accountability —working together across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire to make lasting change.
Empowering Young People
We work in schools across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, helping children and young people understand what healthy relationships look like — and how to recognise the signs when something isn’t right.
Supporting Survivors
We support survivors of domestic abuse — Men and LGBTQ+ people — with one-to-one and group support, helping people rebuild safety, confidence and control over their own lives again.
Strengthening Professionals
We train professionals — including teachers, health workers and housing officers — to recognise the signs of domestic abuse, respond safely, and signpost people confidently to the right ongoing support.
Changing Behaviour at the Source
Our perpetrator behaviour change programme helps people take responsibility for controlling or abusive behaviour, within a safety-first framework that keeps survivors informed, protected and never at greater risk.
Frequently asked questions
We know reaching out isn’t always easy, and it helps to know what to expect. Below are answers to the questions we’re asked most often — whether you’re looking for support yourself, checking if we’re right for someone you know, or wondering how to get involved with our work.
How do I get help quickly?
We’re here Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm, excluding bank holidays (7.30pm on Wednesdays) – 24/7 confidential answerphone available outside these times. In an emergency, always call 999.
How do I refer someone?
A referral can be made via our website or via email. Please click here to make a referral.
I’m a professional. Can I access training?
Yes. We deliver training for professionals to help them recognise the signs of domestic abuse and respond safely.
Do you work across all of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
Yes. We deliver services across the city and county.
Who can get support from Equation?
Men and LGBTQ+ people affected by domestic abuse, whatever their background or circumstances. Our services are open, confidential and free to access.
Are your resources and materials suitable for young people?
Yes. We have resources on our website designed specifically for children and young people, alongside materials for adults. Everything is written to be age-appropriate and easy to understand
Are your resources free?
Yes, most resources are free and can be conveniently ordered from our website. You can choose to have them delivered to you for a small price or collect them from our office for free!
Why do you work with perpetrators as well as survivors?
Supporting survivors alone isn’t enough to end abuse — addressing the behaviour of people who cause harm is essential too. Our perpetrator work is designed to increase survivor safety, not reduce it, and operates within a strict framework of checks and accountability.