Standing Together responds to the Sentencing Review and Government’s Recommendations
The publication of the Independent Sentencing Review marks a pivotal step in reforming sentencing practices in England and Wales. Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse welcomes the Government’s acceptance of almost all the recommendations, particularly those that acknowledge the urgent need for a more survivor-centred, trauma-informed, and coordinated approach to domestic abuse. Having taken the time […]
“A Housing Response That Saves Lives”: Nicki Clarke Speaks on BBC Radio Lincolnshire About DAHA and Survivor-Led Support
We were proud to hear Nicki Clarke, Head of Housing at Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse, speak with Frances Finn on BBC Radio Lincolnshire, shining a light on the critical role housing providers play in the national response to domestic abuse. In this powerful and insightful conversation, Nicki detailed the work of the Domestic Abuse […]
Standing Together’s Response to the Public Accounts Committee Report on Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)
Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse welcomes the findings of the Public Accounts Committee’s inquiry into Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). The report provides a critical and necessary assessment of the Government’s approach to tackling VAWG, which is a thorough and transparent analysis. We are honoured that Standing Together’s evidence has been cited in the […]
Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse Shortlisted for the Charity Awards 2025
Standing Together is delighted to announce that it has made the Final list for this year’s Charity Awards, the longest-running and most prestigious awards scheme in the charity sector. Our Whole Health project has been shortlisted in the Healthcare and Medical Research category, which aims to transform the way healthcare professionals respond to domestic abuse. […]
A Lifelong Commitment to Ending Domestic Abuse: In Conversation with Suzanne Harris
Mental Health Awareness Week Spotlight | By Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse When we sat down with Suzanne Harris, Community Safety Manager at Somerset Council, it was clear we were speaking to someone with deep expertise and long-standing commitment to tackling domestic abuse at every level. With nearly two decades of public service and 14 […]
Statement—Thousands of Children Left Without Support Amidst Domestic Abuse Service Crisis
Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse (STADA) is deeply saddened by the findings in the Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s new report, which exposes the national failure to provide adequate support for children experiencing domestic abuse. Despite the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 recognising children as victims in their own right, the current system is failing to meet that […]
Statement—Looking Ahead: Sustaining Health-Led Responses to Domestic Abuse
The Whole Health project has through its commissioned services grants and the Crossing Pathways network meetings demonstrated how embedding a Coordinated Health Response to domestic abuse within health systems, improves outcomes, and reduces long-term costs. Through survivor-led practice, specialist roles, and health sector partnerships, we’ve seen meaningful change across services. While the Home Office funding […]
Spotting Stalking, Saving Lives: A Whole Health Response to Stalking and Abuse
During National Stalking Awareness Week, Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse (STADA) stands in solidarity with victims and survivors of stalking, calling for urgent, systemic change in how stalking is recognised and responded to—particularly within healthcare and safeguarding systems. Stalking is a serious form of abuse and gender-based violence. It is traumatic, life-altering, and dangerous, often […]
CEO Blog – Protecting Their Future: Why Safeguarding Children from Domestic Abuse Should Be a National Priority
By Cherryl Henry-Leach, CEO of Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse April 2025 | Child Abuse Prevention Month Every child deserves to grow up in a world where they feel safe, heard, and protected. But for far too many children in the UK, home is not a sanctuary—it is a place of fear, chaos, and harm. As […]
Blooming Strong Champions 2025: A Legacy of Resilience and Action
As Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse (STADA) marks the 10th anniversary of Blooming Strong, we are proud to honour this year’s Blooming Strong Champions—women who are leading the fight against domestic abuse, transforming the sector, and accelerating action for change. This recognition comes as we continue vital conversations around the fundamental rights of women and […]