Gender-based violence and domestic abuse
22 June 2018
柠檬导航 campaigns against gender based violence and abuse both in the workplace and in wider society. We are affiliated to End Violence Against Women (EVAW), a coalition of organisations and individuals campaigning to end all forms of violence against women.
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Why gender-based violence and domestic abuse is a trade union issue
The effects of any form of violence against women can affect job performance and job security. The health and safety of those suffering from violence can be at risk. Women are often forced to leave their home, perhaps making the workplace inaccessible, fearing the perpetrator will harass them at work. Members should be able to depend on the union for support, advice and assistance, especially if facing difficulties at work because of their home circumstances.
Early intervention can reduce work-related problems and if a workplace policy is in place the culture to address this 'taboo' subject may change, resulting in a more positive work environment for everyone.
柠檬导航 advice and guidance
Action against violence against women - branch guidance [321kb]
Model domestic violence policy [473kb]
Violence at work - 柠檬导航 factsheet [177kb]
Where to go for help - national organisations
Refuge
0808 2000 247
Women's Aid (run in partnership with Refuge)
0808 2000 247
Scotland
Scottish Women's Aid
0800 027 1234
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Women's Aid Federation
0800 917 1414
Wales
Welsh Women's Aid
0808 8010 800
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