# Trauma-informed Practi

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- [Homicide Review Chair Qualification](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/domestic-abuse-homicide-review-chair-qualification/): Our Co Managing Director, Kelly has recently achieved the Certificate of Chairing Domestic Abuse Homicide Reviews. An incredible achievement! 11/30/20251 min read Under section 9(4) of the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004, a Domestic Homicide Review (DHR) is a review of the circumstances in which the death of a person aged 16 or over has, or appears to have, resulted from domestic abuse. Deaths related to domestic abuse are horrendous and pervasive, and still too often hidden from view. A Domestic Homicide Review (DHR) is an opportunity for national and local agencies, local communities, and society as a ... Read more
- [CPD Accredited Training](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/cpd-accredited-training/): Addressing Domestic Abuse are excited to share that our Introduction to Housing and Domestic Abuse Training is now CPD accredited. 11/30/20251 min read The training is aimed at staff in housing providers and helps them understand, recognise and respond to domestic abuse in their day-to-day work. Housing professionals have a crucial role in recognising domestic abuse through things like repairs, rent arrears, noise nuisance and anti-social behaviour. The Regulator of Social Housing sets out regulatory requirements for housing providers and as part of its Neighbourhood and Community Consumer Standard states that housing providers must have a domestic abuse policy and ... Read more
- [New ways to keep victims safe](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/pioneering-new-ways-to-keep-victims-safe/): ADA Co-Managing Director, Debs Alderson, meets with Prisons Minister, Sir James Timpson OBE and Alex Davies-Jones, Minister for VAWG, to implement the use of a Domestic Abuse Proximity System. PODCAST 5/9/20251 min read
- [Restart Programme: Lessons Learnt](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/lessons-learned-from-the-restart-programme/): The creation of key standards for developing a perpetrator housing pathway in collaboration with Restart and The Drive Partnership. 1 min read ADA were commissioned by the Drive Partnership to evaluate the Restart Programme and to create key standards for developing a perpetrator housing pathway. Restart is an innovative pilot project designed to provide earlier intervention for families at risk of, or experiencing, domestic abuse. By bringing together children’s social care, housing, and domestic abuse services, the programme identifies and responds to harmful behaviours at an earlier stage. Two reports were written build upon insights from the Restart programme to ... Read more
- [Combatting Domestic Abuse](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/empowering-communities-to-combat-domestic-abuse/): Addressing Domestic Abuse (ADA) advocates for a coordinated community response. We equip social housing organizations to recognize and respond effectively to domestic abuse, ensuring residents feel safe and supported. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by domestic violence. 5/8/20241 min read

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- [Support](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/support/): If you, or someone you know, is in need of urgent help, please call 999. Empowering communities & individuals to recognise and respond effectively to domestic abuse in all its forms. Below are organisations that can offer other appropriate help: National Domestic Abuse Helpline Call: 0808 2000 247 Men’s Advice Line Call: 0808 8010 327
- [Accessibility Statement](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/accessibility/): We work towards conformity with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1 Level AA.   Addressing Domestic Abuse (ADA) is committed to making our website accessible and usable for as many people as possible. We aim to ensure that users can access content and services regardless of disability, assistive technology, or method of access (e.g., keyboard, screen reader, voice input, etc.). Compliance status The Addressing Domestic Abuse website is currently (as at the 3rd of January 2026) partially compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA due to the non-compliances and/or exceptions listed below. (This “partially compliant” format follows established accessibility statement practice and UK government ... Read more
- [Awards](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/awards/): The Valerie Wilson and Janine Turnbull Inspiring Individual Award This award was created in memory of two very inspiring individuals, close to the hearts of the ADA team: Valerie Wilson and Janine Turnbull. Valerie was an extraordinary woman whose life was defined by compassion, advocacy, and joy. Valerie championed the rights of those in need, tirelessly fighting for the benefits and compensation they deserved, and achieving remarkable results. Her passion extended beyond her work, as she spent time in Italy, a country she loved, working with children and embracing life with warmth and generosity. Valerie lived in Sunderland and graduated from the ... Read more
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- [Future Events](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/events/future-events/): Details of forthcoming ADA event/s will appear below. You will be able to book your place when advertised. If you would like to hear about forthcoming events organised by Addressing Domestic Abuse (e.g., Newsletters & other information directly relevant to the topic area), please provide your details at the bottom of this page. Domestic Abuse Perpetrators and Housing 12th February 2026 10am – 2pmFee is £25  A session on how housing teams and partners can effectively respond to perpetrators of domestic and play their part in keeping victims and children safe. Presented by ADA Managing Directors Deborah Alderson and Dr Kelly ... Read more
- [Previous Events](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/events/previous-events/): All previous events hosted by Addressing Domestic Abuse are listed below. The Social Housing Roundtable The Social Housing Roundtable are hosting an event 11-12 on 6th January 2026, which will be delivered by ADA Directors Dr Kelly Henderson and Deborah Alderson to discuss changes in housing legislation and innovative practice.  Free to attend. Webinar – The homicide timeline for housing professionals This webinar provided an easily understandable and intuitive framework for professionals in order to track the controlling person’s psychological journey, how risk and threat escalates, and discussed how relieving reliance on victim’s input, helps professionals assess escalatory patterns in ... Read more
- [Events](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/events/): Discover what previous events have taken place and what is forthcoming
- [Regulatory Compliance Planning (Housing)](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/services/regulatory-compliance-planning-housing/): The Social Housing (Regulation) Act (2023), enacted in April 2024, set out changes to the consumer regulation of social housing to strengthen the accountability of landlords for providing safe homes, quality services and treating residents with respect. This includes housing providers being regulated on having a policy setting out how they will tackle issues surrounding domestic abuse and working with other agencies as appropriate. ADA works with housing organisations to support them to ensure regulatory compliance in relation to domestic abuse. This includes assessing undertaking health checks on current approaches, identifying strengths & areas for development in order to reach ... Read more
- [Policy Development](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/services/policy-development/): A well-developed domestic abuse policy reflecting an organisation’s values, mission and vision is essential to set the framework for an effective response to domestic abuse. We support organisations with policy development and drafting of policies and procedures. With a strong background in research and critical analysis, we support organisations to develop parameters for domestic abuse research and support them to map and illustrate the impact of domestic abuse to inform their organisational response.  We also support development of internal policy and process to support staff experiencing domestic abuse.
- [Research & Evaluation](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/services/research-evaluation/): With a strong background in research and critical analysis, we offer research and evaluation services for any organisation including (but not limited to) universities & housing associations.  As a team, we have extensive practical experiences supporting organisations to develop parameters for domestic abuse research and evaluation, helping to map and illustrate the impact of domestic abuse to inform their organisational response. Together with our highly experienced and expert associates, we also offer evaluation of services, approaches, and policies, using a range of methods and tools, and work collaboratively with a range of subject matter experts. Research & Consultancy Projects Below ... Read more
- [Training & Workshops](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/services/training-workshops/): Bespoke Domestic Abuse Awareness ADA delivers bespoke, interactive training for organisations tailored to a range of levels from domestic abuse general awareness to more advanced practice.  We provide specialist training for housing providers that reflects current legislative and regulatory frameworks. The training will demonstrate how domestic abuse may present through repairs, rent arrears, antisocial behaviour, and routine housing or repair contacts. We also deliver training in relation to the criminal justice system which includes the Domestic Abuse Disclosure Scheme (Clare’s Law), Protection Orders, Multi-Agency Tasking and Coordination (MATAC) for perpetrators, the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC), and wider multi-agency working ... Read more
- [Services](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/services/): Addressing Domestic Abuse offer various services which are detailed below, but if there is something that is not listed, please do get in touch – we are happy to discuss bespoke requirements. Read our testimonials below Testimonials Read about what previous clients thought about our services Darren Burton, Partner, Green and Burton ASB “I have worked collaboratively with Kelly for many years and would not hesitate to recommend her to other organisations“. “Kelly is a leading national voice and undoubtedly our go-to person when it comes to investigating Domestic Abuse issues within the ASB case management process. Kelly is highly respected ... Read more
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- [Social Media Manager](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/team/social-media-manager/): Tiana Brown Tiana is a final year Criminology undergraduate at Northumbria University, currently volunteering as Social Media Manager with Addressing Domestic Abuse CIC. With a strong academic foundation in the complexities of domestic abuse and the wider social issues surrounding it, Tiana brings both insight and passion to her role. Driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact, Tiana plans to enter the police force after completing her studies. Her work with ADA CIC allows her to gain valuable experience while contributing to a cause she deeply cares about. Tiana will use her enthusiasm for digital communication to create ... Read more
- [Directors](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/team/directors/): Dr Kelly HendersonFounder & Co-Managing Director Kelly has extensive housing sector experience, including as Interim Director of Housing at a London-based organisation, and in roles spanning asylum, local authority Supporting People Programmes, policy, and research. She holds a Master’s in Housing Policy and a PhD from Durham University focused on housing’s role in a coordinated community response to domestic abuse. Kelly co-founded the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA), delivering accreditation and supporting housing providers to improve their responses to domestic abuse. She has worked with a national property repairs organisation to embed domestic abuse awareness into operative roles and led ... Read more
- [Associates](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/team/associates/): Steve Baker Steve served with Northumbria Police for 30 years. Throughout his distinguished career, he held a variety of specialist roles, including the force lead for Counter Terrorism, where he worked to safeguard vulnerable individuals from radicalisation. He also led on mental health for 5 years, shaping responses to complex needs within policing. Latterly, Steve was seconded to the College of Policing and the National Police Chiefs’ Council, where he served as the national Mental Health Co-ordinator where he contributed to strategic developments and national policy. Steve now oversees the national roll-out of Respond – a multi-agency crisis awareness training programme. He ... Read more
- [Advisory Board](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/team/advisory-board/): Anneka Gill Anneka is Strategy & Development Director, Sureserve Compliance, who provides integrated property maintenance services to over 200,000 properties in the social housing sector. Anneka has 10 years’ experience in public sector tendering and project management across a range of industries including compliance, fire safety, recruitment and fleet management. She worked to develop an industry wide standard for the repairs sector on domestic abuse. Michelle Meldrum Michelle joined Berwickshire Housing Association (BHA) as their Chief Executive in November 2020 with 24 years’ experience in the social housing sector across a variety of roles. Throughout her career, Michelle has been ... Read more
- [Team](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/team/): Addressing Domestic Abuse brings together a multidisciplinary network of Directors, Advisors, and Associates who work collaboratively to address domestic abuse. Each role brings unique expertise, experience, and perspective, united by a common commitment to evidence-informed practice, ethical standards, and meaningful impact for individuals, families, and communities. Click on the buttons below to find out more about our colleagues.
- [Home](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/): ⏸ What's On Domestic Abuse Perpetrators & Housing February 12th, 10am. A session on how housing teams & partners can effectively respond to perpetrators of domestic abuse & play their part in keeping victims & children safe. Learn More Home Addressing Domestic Abuse (ADA) is a community interest company (CIC) who champion a coordinated community response, providing bespoke support to organisations of all sizes, including housing providers to meet current and emerging regulatory requirements including the Social Housing (Regulation) Act (2023). Our work is underpinned by the combined expertise of our Directors, Advisory Board, and specialist Associates. Our Directors have extensive practice-based ... Read more
- [Privacy Policy](https://addressingdomesticabuse.com/privacy-policy/): General This privacy policy sets out how Addressing Domestic Abuse Ltd (hereinafter referred to as ‘ADA’) uses and protects any information that you provide to ‘ADA’ when you use this website. For the purposes of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) we are the data controller in relation to your personal information (which includes for the purposes of this privacy policy any personal information of other persons that you provide). ‘ADA’ is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you when using this website to provide certain information by which you (or someone else) can be ... Read more


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