Slough Borough Council’s community safety team is launching an online survey asking for views about domestic abuse and wider VAWG (Violence Against Women & Girls).
They are also keen to hear from male victims/survivors and respondents, whether in a personal or professional capacity. The survey is running until 20 March.
The survey aims to find out people’s experience of domestic abuse support in Slough to help shape the council’s local strategy and services provided.
The survey is not only for those directly affected by domestic abuse but also residents that have views on what should be offered in the Slough area. All responses are confidential and there will be no identifying details requested.
Councillor Balvinder Bains, cabinet member for public protection, regulation and enforcement, said: “The survey is for professionals, victims, and survivors of violence, including men and boys, residents who care about this topic and members of local groups and organisations.
“If we are going to improve services around domestic abuse, including violence, coercive control and so called ‘honour based’ abuse and forced marriage, it is essential we listen to residents and hear their experiences.
“We understand writing about personal experiences can bring up difficult memories, so please only complete the survey if you feel ready and able."
Responses will be split into the following categories:
- I am a partner/ professional agency (i.e.. Police, Probation, Drug Services etc)
- I am (or have been) a victim/ survivor of violence against women and girls (including men and boys)
- I am a resident of Slough and care about this topic
- I am a member of a local group or organisation and see the effects of domestic abuse.
The survey can be accessed online.
Please remember if anyone is in immediate danger, call 999, or for support during working hours, call Hestia on 01753 477352. The National Domestic Abuse helpline is available 24/7 on 0808 2000 247.