Children Exposed to Domestic Abuse in their Family in the Context of COVID-19

This white paper is aimed at schools to be used by all school staff. It is also suitable for anyone working with children and young people in a professional or community setting. It contains information that will:

Develop understanding and awareness of domestic abuse in the context of COVID-19
Explore the impacts on children and young people exposed to Domestic Abuse during Lockdown
Make recommendations to help schools and other professionals prepare for an ongoing increase in disclosures and safeguarding concerns about abuse at home.

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Develop understanding and awareness of domestic abuse in the context of COVID-19
Explore the impacts on children and young people exposed to Domestic Abuse during Lockdown
Make recommendations to help schools and other professionals prepare for an ongoing increase in disclosures and safeguarding concerns about abuse at home.