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ADA National Learning Event 2026

We’re delighted to host our annual ADA National Learning Event, taking place on Friday 20 November 2026, 10am – 4.30pm at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham City.

This is a day we’re genuinely excited about – bringing together some brilliant speakers and organisations working at the heart of the domestic abuse response, for a programme that’s as thought-provoking as it is practical. You’ll hear from Dame Vera Baird, DBE KC on the national landscape, Katy Longhurst sharing a powerful personal account, Marg Laing and Deborah Alderson speaking about plans for a National Pilot of a DA GPS Proximity System, Professor Sarah Wydall and Dr Helen Miles sharing findings from use of virtual reality in responding to DA disclosures, and Dr Nicole Renehan setting out her findings related to behaviour change work with neurodivergent perpetrators and Chompa Syeda Begum speaking about her inspiring work in the community – alongside live Q&A with our speakers and the presentation of our Inspirational Individual Award.

There’ll also be an exhibition space running throughout the day, with the Ministry of Justice ‘Listening Post’, Konnected, Allied Universal, Digital Safety CIC, Ask Joan, Holly’s Hope, WWIN, and Resolute Women’s Services all on hand – plus plenty of time over lunch and refreshments to connect with colleagues from across the sector.

There are very limited spaces left so swift booking is recommended, we’d love for you to join us – please book your free ticket here: https://ADA2026event.eventbrite.co.uk

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