Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse is defined by the Scottish Executive as:-
"Domestic abuse (as gender-based abuse), can be perpetrated by partners or ex-partners and can include physical assault (assault and physical attack involving a range of behaviour), sexual abuse (acts which degrade and humiliate women and are perpetrated against their will, including rape) and mental and emotional abuse (such as threats, verbal abuse, racial abuse, withholding money and other types of controlling behaviours such as isolation from family and friends)."
However, the Scottish Executive acknowledges that "the existence of violence against men is not denied, nor the existence of violence in same sex relationships, nor other forms of abuse, but domestic abuse requires a response which takes account of the gender specific elements and the broader inequalities which women face."
In Shetland, the Domestic Abuse Partnership is a multi-agency partnership working together to tackle and address domestic abuse.
Sexual Abuse Survivors, Shetland
Scottish Domestic Abuse Helpline
The Shetland Domestic Abuse Partnership organises training sessions for voluntary and statutory staff throughout the year. If you are interested in attending any of this training please get in touch with Jenny Wylie - Community Safety Officer on 01595 744527.
For more information about the Shetland Domestic Abuse Partnership click here.
Domestic Abuse Survival Cards
The Shetland Domestic Abuse Partnership have produced Survival Cards, which have been distributed throughout Shetland. The Cards provide information for people suffering from domestic abuse and signposts them to agencies that can offer support and assistance.
If you would like supplies of the Card please contact Jenny Wylie on 01595 744527 or via email at jenny.wylie@sic.shetland.gov.uk.