What is domestic violence?

Domestic violence is ‘any incident of threatening behaviour, violence or abuse (psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional) between adults who are, or have been intimate partners or family members, regardless of gender or sexual orientation’. Family members includes mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, and grandparents, whether directly related, in-laws or stepfamily.


What are we doing to help combat it?

The Mid Suffolk Domestic Abuse Forum  is a partnership working to reduce and prevent incidents of domestic abuse in Mid Suffolk. You can help raise awareness and understanding of the impact of domestic abuse by joining the Mid Suffolk Domestic Abuse Forum.

To find out more contact the Chair of the Forum, John Spitzer on 01449 724646 or email: john.spitzer@midsuffolk.gov.uk 

To gain more understanding of the Mid Suffolk Domestic Abuse Forum, see the Forum's Terms of Reference (PDF, 21Kb) and the Action Plan for 2009/2010 (PDF, 72Kb)

To gain additional information of the work and services available in Mid Suffolk,  go to the Suffolk County Council web page: http://www.suffolk.gov.uk/PolicingAndPublicSafety/CommunitySafety/DomesticViolence/


Do you need help and support?

We have created a seperate section with all the information and helplines (opens new window) you may need to help you. It contains useful contact telephone numbers, along with further information about Domestic Abuse.