S.A.F.E
Stopping Aggression in the Family Environment
S.A.F.E works with male perpetrators of Domestic Abuse who wish to change their abusive behaviour. The aim is to help make partners and children safer through working with the perpetrator while supporting the woman.
The ethos of the program is clear:-
- Domestic abuse is unacceptable
- The abuser is always 100% is responsible for his actions
- Domestic Abuse is used to control and gain power over a partner
- Domestic Abuse is intentional behaviour -
it’s a choice - Domestic Abuse is a learned behaviour
- Domestic Abuse is rooted in historical gender inequalities and institutional power structures in society
- Perpetrators of Domestic Abuse can change
- The safety of women and children is paramount
S.A.F.E is a 32 week program which began in October 2001 and is facilitated by a balance of male and female workers. Weekly sessions are held on Tuesday evenings at a venue in central Walsall , referrals are made directly by the men wishing to attend who are then assessed for their suitability to group work. If accepted they are then invited to join the group at the next intake date, these are usually at four weekly intervals. Group sessions run with a maximum of 10 people.
The female partners of all men referring to S.A.F.E. are invited to attend the partner support group that meet on Mondays, again in central Walsall . These meetings are structured in line with the perpetrators' program and facilitated by a trained and experienced Stepping Stone's support worker. Women are able to discuss their situation and receive support in a safe friendly environment.
Many men who have been advised to contact us by Social Care Children’s Services, CAFCASS, or local Solicitors, are now applying to be considered for the program.
We are members of Respect, the national network of perpetrator programs; our staff
attend their bi-
Call S.A.F.E on: 0779 667 2053