Training for professionals

Upcoming domestic abuse, sexual violence and abuse, and violence against women and girls (VAWG) training for professionals in East Sussex.

16 Days of Activism: November 25th - December 10th

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign which starts on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (November 25th) and concludes on Human Rights Day (December 10th). The campaign raises awareness and calls for an end to all forms of gender-based violence.

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November 2025

December 2025

January 2026

February 2026

Other

The Domestic Abuse Alliance offer free online training for frontline professionals on domestic abuse and civil protection orders, which covers:

  • Introduction to the Domestic Abuse Alliance and the WEPROTECT referral service
  • The different forms of domestic abuse
  • An overview of civil protection orders, including Non-Molestation Orders, Occupation Orders, and Domestic Abuse Protection Orders
  • When and how these orders can be used, including urgent ‘without notice’ applications
  • Funding options – Legal Aid, pro bono and private funding
  • Key considerations where children are involved, and protection from cross-examination

 For further information visit www.domestic-abuse.co.uk or email: partners@domestic-abuse.co.uk .

Alpha Vesta CIC deliver presentations and training workshops on domestic abuse and the impact it has across communities.  Training Workshops are delivered for businesses and organisations keen to learn more about the impact of domestic abuse, how to spot the signs and respond. Training is for those to support work colleagues, employees, and those they come into contact with through their work and across their community. Visit Alpha Vesta's Eventbrite page for upcoming sessions.