The Facts:
Domestic abuse costs businesses financially, reputationally, and morally, affecting individuals, families, and society.
As of 2023, the global workforce is around 3.63 billion people, meaning it's highly likely your workplace will have individuals affected by domestic abuse or those engaging in abusive behaviour.
Intimate partner violence is widespread globally. The WHO estimates that nearly one in three women (27%) aged 15-49 have experienced physical or sexual violence from a partner.
In the UK, one in four women and one in seven men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime.
The UK Domestic Abuse Act 2021 requires employers to recognise the impact of domestic abuse on employees.
The Worker Protection Act 2023 requires employers to take steps to prevent sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is frequently part of a wider pattern of abuse, often linked to gender inequality and sexism in the workplace.
Domestic abuse costs £1.9 billion annually in England and Wales due to lost productivity, sick pay, and time off. This doesn’t include the costs of tackling abusive behaviour, which is still under-researched.
About Us
Employers have a duty of care to protect their staff, and Domestic Abuse Workplace Solutions (DAWS) helps improve responses to domestic abuse. Our team specialises in supporting those using harmful behaviour, setting us apart in the field and are passionate about the work that we do. We believe workplaces can safeguard those experiencing abuse and safely encourage those using abuse to reflect on their actions and seek support. While disciplinary action may be needed, the workplace can also offer a chance for support, especially when personal consequences like career or finances are involved, often driving positive change.
We can provide training, workshops, guest speaking, and consultancy services tailored to meet the specific needs of your organisation.