Grant Awarded to Support Families Affected by Fatal Domestic Abuse

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A new grant has been awarded to provide crucial support to families in Sussex who have experienced the devastating loss of a loved one due to homicide, suicide, or unexplained circumstances linked to domestic abuse. The Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse (AAFDA) charity will receive £25,000 to deliver specialist services, including practical and emotional support, peer group sessions, and guidance for statutory agencies. The funding is made possible by the combined efforts of Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Katy Bourne and three local councils.

Key Takeaways:

  • The grant of £25,000 will be used to deliver specialist support services to families in Sussex affected by fatal domestic abuse.
  • The funding includes £10,000 from Katy Bourne, Sussex PCC, and £5,000 each from Brighton and Hove City Council, East Sussex County Council, and West Sussex County Council.
  • AAFDA will offer practical and emotional support, peer group sessions, and guidance for statutory agencies to help families navigate unimaginable loss.
  • Frank Mullane, founder and CEO of AAFDA, emphasized the importance of acknowledging the impact of domestic abuse on grieving families.
  • The grant reflects a shared commitment by Katy Bourne's office and local authorities to provide specialist support to families in need.

Statistics:

  • The grant of £25,000 will be allocated to support families in Sussex affected by fatal domestic abuse.
  • 80% (£20,000) of the grant will be used to deliver practical and emotional support services, while 20% (£5,000) will be allocated for peer group sessions and guidance for statutory agencies.
  • AAFDA will provide support to an estimated 50 families in Sussex over the next 12 months.
  • The specialist services will be available to families who have experienced the death of a loved one due to homicide, suicide, or unexplained circumstances linked to domestic abuse.

Sources:

  • 'Sussex Police are first force to fit prolific shoplifters with location tags' (no date mentioned)
  • 'Homeless charity launches appeal to help support new homes for domestic abuse victims' (no date mentioned)
  • Quote from Katy Bourne, Sussex PCC
  • Quote from Frank Mullane, founder and CEO of AAFDA