Independent domestic violence advocate IDVA
18+
Shantona Independent Domestic Advisors/advocates (IDVA) role is to support victims/survivors of domestic abuse or violence. Victims/survivors must be at medium - high risk of serious harm from intimate partners, or family members. We carry out risk management/safety planning and help them navigate the criminal justice process.
Tailored support plans and initial assessment
Support and discuss available options
Feeling safe and supported
The IDVA will also act as the victim’s voice in a multi-agency risk assessment conference – MARAC
Feel empowered to take control of their lives, living in safety free from abuse and fear
1:1 support
DV Support Group (Stepping Forward) – Every Tuesday 10 – 12pm term-time only
Healthy relationship sessions (According to Individual needs)
Support is tailored to individual survivors’ needs
Advocating on behalf of service users
How to register
You can call and speak to someone for advice prior to referring staff will be happy to guide you through our simple procedure.
Self-referral via the Shantona website – get support
Agency referrals via the shantona website – agency referral
For agency referrals you will need to contact Shantona for a username and password to access the system.
