World Health Day 2025: Safeguarding Futures Through Professional Training
Every year, World Health Day, reminds us that health is more than just the absence of illness—it’s about safety, dignity, and protection. Yet, for many experiencing domestic abuse, health services remain one of the few places where they can seek help.
The question is: are public sector professionals equipped to respond?
At Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse (STADA), we believe that every professional—whether in health, housing, or social care—should be trained to recognise and respond to domestic abuse. That’s why we are proud to be the one of the well-renowned providers of CPD-accredited domestic abuse training dedicated to upskilling all public sector staff, ensuring that every survivor receives the informed, professional support they deserve.
Domestic Abuse: A Public Health Emergency
Domestic abuse isn’t just a criminal justice issue—it’s a public health crisis. The consequences of abuse extend far beyond immediate physical harm, leading to:
🔹 Chronic health conditions such as heart disease, depression, and PTSD.
🔹 Increased healthcare usage, with survivors being three times more likely to visit A&E.
🔹 Higher rates of mental ill-health, self-harm, and substance misuse.
Yet, despite these alarming statistics, too many survivors go unseen and unsupported.
Public sector professionals—from healthcare professionals to housing officers, social workers to emergency responders—are often the first point of contact for someone experiencing abuse. However, without the right training, opportunities to provide life-saving interventions are missed.
Traditional domestic abuse training has long been limited to specialists, leaving thousands of frontline workers without the knowledge or confidence to act. At STADA, we are changing that.
Our CPD-accredited training is designed for all public sector professionals, not just those in dedicated domestic abuse roles. We equip staff with:
The ability to recognise warning signs—from subtle behavioural changes to hidden injuries.
The skills to respond safely and effectively, ensuring survivors receive the right support.
The knowledge to navigate referral pathways, connecting survivors to specialist services.
A trauma-informed approach, recognising the impact of abuse without re-traumatising survivors.
The confidence to exercise professional curiosity, asking the right questions and exploring concerns when something doesn’t feel right.
As a provider of CPD-accredited training dedicated to upskilling public sector staff, we are committed to professionalising the response to domestic abuse across every sector.
What Professionals Say About Our Training
The impact of our training is undeniable—not only does it increase knowledge, but it also challenges perspectives and deepens understanding.
💬 “Hard-hitting, thought-provoking—it made me reflect on my childhood and past.”
💬 “Good, concise information that makes you think about people’s situations in more depth.”
💬 “I found the training knowledgeable, and the way it was structured to be interactive made everyone feel they could speak more freely on these types of topics.”
💬 “Alice was very engaging and ran the session well—with factual information and an understanding approach.”
💬 “Elicia delivered the session with clarity and calm confidence. She shared detailed information in an accessible way and brought a thoughtful, supportive tone throughout.”
💬 “The more focus we have on DA and the more input received, the better equipped we are to support victims / survivors. The training added to my knowledge and also enhanced my confidence in dealing with these cases.”
Join Us in Safeguarding Futures
This World Health Day, we invite all health, housing, social care, and public sector professionals to take a stand. Professionalising the response to domestic abuse is not optional—it’s essential.
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