# IRISi > Domestic abuse is a health issue ## Posts - [IRISi responds to today's government announcement about a new national initiative called Steps to Safety that will involve GP surgeries being better equipped to identify and respond to domestic abuse and sexual violence](https://irisi.org/irisi-responds-to-todays-government-announcement/): In response to today’s government announcement about a new national initiative called Steps to Safety that will involve GP surgeries being better equipped to identify and respond to domestic abuse and sexual violence, IRISi’s Chief Executive, Medina Johnson, said: “It is promising to hear from the government that there will be a new national NHS initiative to ensure there are dedicated referral services for women and girls affected by violence and abuse in every area of England by 2029. However, as the only national specialist charity working with health and gender-based violence, we urge the government to ensure that the offer provided through […] - [Identifying Domestic Abuse with Health Visitors (iDAHV): IRISi launches a pilot programme with health visitors in Sutton to identify and respond to domestic abuse](https://irisi.org/identifying-domestic-abuse-with-health-visitors/): IRISi and Sutton Women’s Centre launch a pilot training health visitors to identify domestic abuse, support disclosures and connect families to help. - [IRIS in Wales: a success story, now sadly stalled](https://irisi.org/domestic-abuse-wales/): IRIS transformed healthcare’s response to domestic abuse in Wales, reaching thousands of survivors and easing pressure on frontline services. Despite a decade of proven success, funding cuts have dismantled the programme in over half the country’s health boards. - [IRISi launches IRIS-K in Kenya](https://irisi.org/kenya-domestic-abuse-iris/): IRISi expands internationally with IRIS-K in Kenya, training healthcare professionals to identify domestic abuse and connect women with support. - [Dental professionals are crucial in tackling domestic abuse - and here's why](https://irisi.org/dentistry-domestic-abuse/): How IRISi is embedding domestic abuse awareness into dental practice - [New British Journal of General Practice article spotlights IRIS as evidence for tackling violence against women and girls (VAWG)](https://irisi.org/bjgp-general-practice-violence-against-women-iris/): BJGP article urges trauma-informed care, strong referral pathways, and funding for IRIS to tackle violence against women and girls. - [“I didn’t think I had any DA patients”: how IRIS training changed one GP’s approach to domestic abuse](https://irisi.org/i-didnt-think-i-had-any-domestic-abuse-patients-how-iris-training-changed-one-gp-approach-to-domestic-abuse/): Dr S, a locum GP, believed domestic abuse was not something they would have encountered in their surgery. But after completing the Identification and Referral to Improve Safety (IRIS) training earlier this year, they began to see their patients differently. - [We must learn from loss, but also from experience in responding to domestic abuse within healthcare settings](https://irisi.org/we-must-learn-from-loss-but-also-from-experience-in-responding-to-domestic-abuse-within-healthcare-settings/): Healthcare has the power to prevent domestic abuse deaths. IRISi has delivered evidence-based solutions for years, but action and investment are urgently needed to protect survivors and strengthen the healthcare response. - [You can’t halve VAWG without naming it: where is violence against women in the NHS 10 Year Plan?](https://irisi.org/vawg-domestic-abuse-nhs/): At IRISi, we’ve taken our time before responding to the newly published Fit for the Future: 10 Year Health Plan. As pioneers in this field, we needed a moment. Because we are frustrated. Deeply frustrated. Let’s start with the facts. According to the Department of Health, 80% of women experiencing domestic abuse turn to health services for support, often as their first or only point of contact. This is the government’s own data. And yet, domestic abuse, sexual violence and gender-based violence are virtually absent from the NHS’s 10-year vision. Do you see the contradiction? Labour has pledged to halve […] - [IRISi joins the UKOTs public health conference to spotlight violence prevention as a public health issue](https://irisi.org/irisi-joins-the-ukots-public-health-conference-to-spotlight-violence-prevention-as-a-public-health-issue/): IRISi participated in the UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs) Public Health Conference 2025, held from June 23rd to 27th in London. Themed Collaborative approaches to risk communication, the event gathered senior health leaders, including Chief Medical Officers and programme managers from across the Caribbean and other UKOTs, to explore how behavioural science can strengthen public health responses. This year’s conference focused on risk communication strategies for a range of public health priorities, from infectious disease outbreaks and antimicrobial resistance to mental health, vaccine uptake, and, crucially, violence prevention. IRISi on the frontline of violence prevention IRISi was invited to contribute to […] - [Yes, domestic abuse is a public health emergency – and yes, the NHS is already aware of a model to respond. So why aren’t they funding it?](https://irisi.org/domestic-abuse-nhs/): This weekend, The Guardian highlighted the urgent need for a stronger NHS response to domestic abuse. If anyone knows how urgent this is, it’s us. At IRISi, we’ve been delivering that response for over a decade. We don’t just agree with the article. We’ve been doing the work it calls for. What the coverage didn’t say: We don’t need to invent a solution. We have one. It works. Through IRIS (in general practice) and ADViSE (in sexual health settings), we’ve trained over 4,600 clinicians in the past year alone, working in partnership with 38 specialist services operating locally. In 2023–24, […] - [A lifeline at risk: Why we must protect IRISi’s mission to improve the healthcare response to domestic abuse and sexual violence](https://irisi.org/a-lifeline-at-risk-why-we-must-protect-irisis-mission-to-improve-the-healthcare-response-to-domestic-abuse-and-sexual-violence/): In the past year alone, over at least 15,800 victim-survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence were identified and supported through healthcare settings – a number that represents lives saved, futures reclaimed and cycles of abuse broken. Yet, despite its undeniable impact, IRISi’s evidence-based model is at risk. The IRIS and ADViSE programmes are changing the landscape of healthcare by integrating specialist domestic abuse and sexual violence support within GP practices and sexual health clinics. But without sustainable funding, these life-saving services could be stripped away, leaving thousands of survivors without the support they desperately need. Our IRISi Network Report […] - [IRISi invites dental teams to join a 2-hour training session on domestic abuse response - click here to register!](https://irisi.org/dentist-domestic-abuse/): IRISi invites dentists to CPD-accredited training learn to spot and respond to domestic abuse effectively - [IRISi at 8: Expanding our reach to meet the growing need for domestic abuse support – despite challenges](https://irisi.org/irisi-at-8-expanding-our-reach-to-meet-the-growing-need-for-domestic-abuse-support-despite-challenges/): IRISi marks eight years of advancing healthcare’s response to domestic abuse, expanding support and evidence-based interventions despite ongoing challenges. - [How can healthcare professionals better support survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence? Watch this free session by the IRISi team](https://irisi.org/how-can-healthcare-professionals-better-support-survivors-of-domestic-abuse-and-sexual-violence-watch-this-free-session-by-the-irisi-team/): Learn how healthcare professionals can support survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence in a free session by IRISi. - [First full year impact of ADViSE at St Mary's Hospital: Strengthening the healthcare response to domestic abuse and sexual violence](https://irisi.org/first-full-year-impact-of-advise-at-st-marys-hospital-strengthening-the-healthcare-response-to-domestic-abuse-and-sexual-violence/): ADViSE at St Mary's supports survivors of domestic abuse & sexual violence, training staff & improving healthcare responses. Learn more about its impact. - [IRISiNews #20: An overview of what happened from September to December 2024!](https://irisi.org/irisinews-20/): In this edition, we share highlights from IRISi Network Day, our 2024 Impact Report, key healthcare events, and the urgent need for sustainable funding to support survivors of gender-based violence. - [IRISi comments on the UK National Audit Office report: A failing approach to VAWG at every level](https://irisi.org/irisi-comments-on-the-uk-national-audit-office-report-a-failing-response-to-vawg-across-police-justice-health-and-society/): The UK’s response to violence against women and girls is failing, with rising abuse and disjointed, underfunded services. Without urgent investment and a whole-system approach, promises to protect women will remain empty words. - [IRISi's response to the launch of the first Women’s Health Plan for Wales](https://irisi.org/womens-health-wales-domestic-abuse-vawg/): Wales’ first 10-year Women’s Health Plan tackles the gender health gap with 60 actions, including VAWG measures. IRISi urges the restoration of life-saving IRIS services for domestic abuse survivors in primary care. - [Pioneering a healthcare response to domestic abuse and sexual violence: IRISi and VRU’s transformative partnership in London](https://irisi.org/vru-advise-iris-healthcare-domestic-abuse/): IRISi and London’s VRU are transforming healthcare’s role in tackling domestic abuse and sexual violence. Through programmes like IRIS and ADViSE, survivors are identified and supported early, preventing escalation. - [IRISi Network Day 2024: A massive thank you to our #GoldStandardCommunity](https://irisi.org/irisi-network-day-2024/): IRISi Network Day 2024 brought together healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates to strengthen responses to gender-based violence. The event featured expert insights on FGM/C, reproductive coercion, and domestic abuse, along with powerful survivor testimonies. Key discussions focused on improving healthcare interventions and expanding support for survivors across the UK. - [IRISi’s Impact Report 2024: Leading Healthcare’s Response to Gender-Based Violence](https://irisi.org/irisi-impact-report-2024/): Discover how IRISi is revolutionising healthcare’s response to domestic abuse and sexual violence. Read highlights from our 2024 Impact Report and learn how we’re empowering clinicians, expanding programmes, and driving change. - [IRISi’s response to the First Labour Budget: A call for greater commitment to women’s health and VAWG funding](https://irisi.org/irisis-response-to-the-first-labour-budget-a-call-for-greater-commitment-to-womens-health-and-vawg-funding/): On the 30th of October 2024, Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented a Budget that brought a welcome increase in public service spending, with boosts to the NHS, education, and local authorities – key areas impacting women’s lives, including their health, economic stability and access to safe housing. At IRISi, we recognise these positive steps; however, we are concerned by the lack of dedicated funding for tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). Without clear financial commitment, it remains uncertain how the government’s ambition to halve VAWG within the next decade can be achieved. IRISi has long championed the pivotal role of […] - [Join IRISi’s mission: we're seeking a consultant to build a sustainable income generation strategy](https://irisi.org/join-irisis-mission-were-seeking-a-consultant-to-build-a-sustainable-income-generation-strategy/): We are seeking a consultant to design an income generation strategy and plan to help us create a more sustainable business. - [BASHH meeting highlights the role of the ADViSE programme  in addressing Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence in sexual health clinics](https://irisi.org/bashh-meeting-highlights-the-role-of-the-advise-programme-in-addressing-domestic-abuse-and-sexual-violence-in-sexual-health-clinics/): This marked a pivotal moment for ADViSE as it was presented to the country’s leading sexual health professionals, further embedding its transformative approach to addressing domestic abuse (DA) and sexual violence (SV) within sexual health services. - [NHS England's Sexual Misconduct Policy is a great step – but more funding will be key to its success](https://irisi.org/nhs-sexual-misconduct-policy-is-a-great-step-but-more-funding-will-be-key-to-its-success/): IRISi welcomes the introduction of NHS England’s Sexual Misconduct Policy and Framework, an essential step in addressing the safety and well-being of NHS staff. With a trauma-informed, survivor-centred approach, this framework is timely, given the urgent need highlighted by recent news reports and research revealing the scale of the problem for those working in the NHS. The demand for robust support will significantly increase as more individuals come forward. It’s crucial to recognise the role of the specialist domestic abuse sector, which has long provided expert care. As awareness grows, so will the need for these services, making sustainable funding […] - [IRISi comments on the closure of the life-saving IRIS Programme in Gwent](https://irisi.org/irisi-comments-on-the-closure-of-the-life-saving-iris-programme-in-gwent/): We strongly encourage the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board to reconsider the decision to end this programme and to continue investing in the protection of victims and survivors of domestic abuse. We call upon the Welsh Government to support our ambition to see equitable access to services across Wales. - [IRISiNews #19: An overview of what happened from May to August 2024!](https://irisi.org/irisinews19/): Welcome to the 19th edition of “IRISi News”, where we look back on the exciting developments that unfolded from May to August 2024. - [Commissioned by Standing Together, IRIS is now operational in Sefton, Halton and Herefordshire – with clinicians enthusiastically embracing this gold standard initiative](https://irisi.org/iris-gold-standard/): This initiative integrates the IRIS model into local general practices, enhancing support for Domestic Abuse survivors. - [Domestic Abuse is a health crisis – and it's time to act now.](https://irisi.org/domestic-abuse-is-a-health-crisis/): Domestic Abuse is a health crisis and it's time to act now. Let's forge partnerships and drive the change we need. - [Elevating standards: IRISi launches the National IRIS Key Performance Indicators](https://irisi.org/iris-programme-kpi/): We are delighted to unveil our first national IRIS Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), a pivotal development in our ongoing commitment to excellence in the IRIS Programme. These KPIs represent a new metric, designed to ensure consistent, high-quality response to domestic abuse within general practices across the country. This strategic initiative underscores our dedication to setting the benchmark for best practice in primary care response to domestic abuse. What Are the National IRIS KPIs? The National IRIS KPIs provide clear, standardised targets for all local IRIS sites. These KPIs are grounded in extensive data analysis from our entire network, ensuring they […] - [Ensuring healthcare response to Violence Against Women and Girls: A Call for Action](https://irisi.org/healthcare-response-manifesto/): Healthcare professionals, equipped by IRISi interventions, are at the frontline of supporting VAWG survivors. Our votes can ensure these vital tools and trainings become standard in every healthcare setting. Let's make a difference this election! - [“IRIS saved my life”](https://irisi.org/iris-saved-my-life/): From despair to triumph: How a GP's referral to the IRIS Programme helped a survivor of Domestic Abuse to rebuild her life. - [Unmasking the hidden struggles: navigating cancer and domestic abuse](https://irisi.org/unmasking-the-hidden-struggles-navigating-cancer-and-domestic-abuse/): In March 2024, IRISi contributed to a toolkit launched by Macmillan Cancer Support, the University of Bristol, and Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse to help healthcare staff identify and respond to domestic abuse in cancer patients and carers. The toolkit was co-produced with people who have lived experience of domestic abuse and cancer. - [Introducing Rowan Jackson-Smith to the IRISi Board of Directors!](https://irisi.org/rowan-jackson-smith/): Rowan's journey reflects his rich background and unwavering commitment to driving positive change. With over a decade of experience spanning investment banking, financial auditing and commercial consulting, he brings a wealth of financial acumen and strategic insight to our board. - [ADViSE Programme nominated for NHS Parliamentary Awards in Health Equality category](https://irisi.org/advise-programme-nominated-for-nhs-parliamentary-awards-in-health-equality-category/): This nomination underscores the programme's remarkable efforts in addressing domestic abuse and sexual violence within sexual health settings, contributing significantly to reducing health inequalities and ensuring equitable access to healthcare services. - [IRISiNews #18: An overview of what happened from January to April 2024!](https://irisi.org/irisinews18/): Welcome to the 18th edition of “IRISi News”, where we look back on the exciting developments that unfolded from January to April 2024. - [Empowering General Practices: VRU expands the IRIS Programme to tackle Domestic Abuse in London](https://irisi.org/iris6b-london/): London's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) is funding IRIS in six new boroughs. In Havering, IRIS is delivered in partnership with Aanchal; in Merton and Wandsworth, with Refuge; in Harrow and Hillingdon, with Advance and AWRC; and in Sutton, with Sutton Women’s Centre. - [#DonateForABrighterFuture: a call to action to amplify our impact and secure funding through your generous donations](https://irisi.org/donateforabrighterfuture-a-call-to-action-to-amplify-our-impact-and-secure-funding-through-your-generous-donations/): Join us in our mission to shape a safer, more inclusive society, free from violence and fear for all victims and survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence across the UK. - [IRISi National Report: As of March 2023, IRIS and ADViSE programmes received 36,352 referrals!](https://irisi.org/national-report-march-2023/): IRISi is pleased to launch our National Report, encompassing all the data gathered from sites running IRIS and ADViSE up to March 2023. - [IRIS resumes in North West London: everything you need to know about the relaunch of the programme in Westminster, Hammersmith and Fulham](https://irisi.org/iris-north-west-london/): The Assistant Director for Safeguarding for NHS North West London, Siobhan Appleton, advised that, “The return of IRIS, in collaboration with Advance, to the North West London boroughs of Westminster and Hammersmith and Fulham will build on previous achievements and ensure recommencement of provision of a high level training, referral and advocacy model that supports clinicians within Primary Care to better support patients affected by Domestic Violence and Abuse”. - [IRIS+ Programme: amplifying the healthcare response to Domestic Abuse; £2.2M for clinical trial to improve general practice response to men and children affected by domestic abuse](https://irisi.org/iris-men-children-youngpeople/): Improving the healthcare response to Domestic Abuse: IRIS expansion to reach men, children and young people proves feasible and potentially cost-effective, according to findings by University of Bristol researchers. - [IRISiNews #17: An overview of what happened from September to December 2023!](https://irisi.org/irisinews17/): Welcome to the 17th edition of “IRISi News”, where we look back on the exciting developments that unfolded from September to December 2023! - [The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) highlights the ADViSE Programme](https://irisi.org/the-faculty-of-sexual-and-reproductive-healthcare-fsrh-highlights-the-advise-programme/): In this month’s eFeature, the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) spotlighted the ADViSE Programme in an article authored by Charlotte Chappell, ADViSE Lead. The piece, available here, explores the correlation between domestic violence and health, providing a deeper understanding of the programme’s effectiveness in addressing this issue within the sexual health clinic setting. It also underscores the programme’s reach to a diverse range of patients: “Anyone of any gender can be referred, regardless of who they are, when it happened, or what action they wish to take. The ADViSE worker thus has a more flexible remit than some […] - [Beyond care: IRISi reflects on 75 years of NHS's commitment to women's health, rights and safety](https://irisi.org/nhs-irisi-domesticabuse/): In 2023, the National Health Service (NHS) celebrates its 75th anniversary, a significant milestone. At IRISi, we've selected this special occasion to focus on the NHS’s significant contributions to women's health, rights and safety. As we launch our campaign for the 16-days of activism against Gender-Based Violence, we welcome you to explore 16 topics, each underscoring the vital role healthcare settings can play in tackling GBV, exploring where more needs to be done and how IRISi can support this work. Come join us on this impactful journey below. - [IRISi Network Day 2023: Reflecting on a day of inspiration and collaboration](https://irisi.org/network-day-2023/): On September 26th, IRISi held its first National Network Event since before the pandemic. The event was open to all advocate educators and clinical leads working in both IRIS and ADViSE sites across the UK.  67 network members attended the event, 18 of whom were Clinical Leads. - [Navigating changes to medical record access: IRISi's approach to supporting healthcare professionals and survivors; watch our webinar](https://irisi.org/navigating-changes-to-medical-record-access-irisis-approach-to-supporting-healthcare-professionals-and-survivors/): IRISi is committed to supporting health professionals and survivors as they navigate changes to medical record access. Our collaborative efforts with Women's Aid and NHSE aim to address potential risks and provide essential training. Protecting sensitive information related to Domestic Abuse remains a priority. - [Commissioned by Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse, the IRIS programme is expanding its reach into General Practices across Sefton, Halton and Herefordshire](https://irisi.org/iris-sefton-halton-herefordshire/): IRISi is thrilled to announce the launch of the IRIS programme in in general practices across Sefton, Halton and Herefordshire – where the initiative will be delivered in partnership with SWACA (Sefton Women’s Aid and Children’s Aid), Halton Domestic Abuse Service and WMWA (West Mercia Women’s Aid). - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting a Project Support Officer](https://irisi.org/project-support-officer/): This post is the opportunity to provide project support to IRISi’s Contract & Programme manager and support the delivery of our programmes of work - [Introducing Mariah Kelly: a new IRISi Board Member committed to advancing gender equality and health equity](https://irisi.org/mariah-kelly/): Mariah Kelly is a health policy professional with a master’s degree in Health Policy, boasting experience in the charity and public sectors on various health and social policy issues. - [IRISiNews #16: An overview of what happened from May to August 2023!](https://irisi.org/irisinews16/): "Improving Outcomes for Survivors in Healthcare" summit success; VRU partnership brings 4 new IRIS sites and 2 new ADViSE sites; ADViSE expands in Greater Manchester's! - [Empowering ICBs: After the Health Summit and NHS announcement, IRISi is ready to make a difference and collaborate to enhance the healthcare response to Gender-Based Violence](https://irisi.org/domestic-abuse-icb-nhs/): Held in June 2023, the Health Summit served as a strategic platform for IRISi and Women's Aid to unite health leaders, healthcare professionals, organisations within the VAWG sector and NHS leaders. - [A tribute to Ellen Malos ](https://irisi.org/a-tribute-to-ellen-malos/): By Emma Williamson, IRISi Regional Manager. - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting a Regional Manager!](https://irisi.org/jd-irisi-rm/): This post is for an exceptional individual to promote, support and implement the nationwide IRIS programme and newly launched ADViSE programme in sites across the UK. - [Building a safer London for all: London's Violence Reduction Unit commissions IRISi interventions to strengthen healthcare response to Domestic & Sexual Violence and Abuse (D&SVA)](https://irisi.org/vru-4b-advise/): Building on the success of the 7B Programme, which implemented IRIS in 7 different boroughs of London, the VRU has commissioned IRISi to manage grant funding and implement our two interventions, IRIS and ADViSE, in collaboration with various specialist organisations across London. - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting a Contracts & Programme Manager (maternity leave)!](https://irisi.org/job-advert-irisi-is-recruiting-a-contracts-programme-manager-maternity-leave/): This post is the opportunity to programme manage and ensure delivery of all our programmes of work funded via the London Violence Reduction Unit (VRU). - [IRISi celebrates the success and expansion of the ADViSE Programme in sexual clinics across Greater Manchester](https://irisi.org/advise-greater-manchester-expansion/): Survivors, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders came together to celebrate the success of ADViSE in Greater Manchester in May 2023. Their stories highlight the invaluable role of this programme in supporting survivors. - [Get on Board: Here is everything you need to know to become an IRISi Board Director [Deadine: 12th of June]](https://irisi.org/get-on-board/): We want to recruit up to two Board members with varied personal and professional characteristics and experience who are committed to our mission to improve the healthcare response to gender-based violence. - [IRISi joins Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 and shares the Women’s Aid “Deserve to Be Heard” campaign](https://irisi.org/domestic-abuse-mental-health/): Joining Mental Health Awareness Week in 2023, IRISi will share some of the results of the "Deserve to be Heard" campaign, launched by Women's Aid, to amplify the importance of all healthcare professionals being properly trained to identify and respond to D&SVA signals. - [IRISiNews #15: an overview of what happened from January to April 2023!](https://irisi.org/irisinews-15-an-overview-of-what-happened-from-january-to-april-2023/): Now published every 4 months, the IRISi newsletter brings an overview of what happened from January to April 2023. This aims to keep all members of the IRISi network - that is, professionals directly or indirectly involved with the IRIS and ADViSE programmes –always updated about our work. - [IRIS is now running in Lancashire in partnership with Lancashire Victim Services, Fylde Coast Women’s Aid, and the Wish Centre!](https://irisi.org/iris-lancashire/): “The rollout should help to reduce barriers for victims and support referrals to domestic abuse support services, positively impacting over 700,000 residents in our region.” – Jane Jones, Deputy Director of Safeguarding for the NHS in Lancashire and South Cumbria. - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting a Contracts & Programme Manager!](https://irisi.org/irisi-contracts-programme-manager/): This post is the opportunity to programme manage and ensure delivery of all our programmes of work funded via the London Violence Reduction Unit (VRU). This includes delivery of our flagship intervention, the IRIS programme, in four existing sites plus up to seven new IRIS sites in London, and the ADViSE programme for sexual health services in two areas of London. - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting a Database, Research and Evaluation Manager (maternity cover)](https://irisi.org/database-manager/): IRISi is looking for someone with experience in managing databases, writing and running reports and analysing associated data. Deadline: 9.00 am on 25th April 2023. - [Great news: the VRU will be commissioning the ADViSE Programme in two areas of London!](https://irisi.org/advise-vru-london/): We are happy to announce that the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) in London have commissioned IRISi to deliver ADViSE in London! - [National Report: up to March 2022, IRIS received more than 30,000 referrals!](https://irisi.org/iris-nr-2021-22/): National Report 2021-2022: up to March 2022, IRIS received more than 30,000 referrals in England, Wales, the Channel Islands and Northern Ireland! - [After successfully implementing the ADViSE Programme, Tameside is now also running IRIS](https://irisi.org/iris-tameside/): “We have attempted to engage GPs, who are willing to improve their response to DA but have highlighted several barriers. We feel that IRIS will eliminate these barriers”, explains Lisa Wright, Operational Manager at Jigsaw Support. - [Six years, six candles, six voices: to celebrate its anniversary, IRISi brings you messages from some of the great people we work with](https://irisi.org/irisi-6years/): The growth of our team at IRISi and our interventions became possible thanks to everyone directly and indirectly involved. So, on our 6th anniversary, we invited six people to share their voices and their experience of working with us at IRISi and our interventions – and here they are. - [Welcome to our new Chair, Daphne Amevenu!](https://irisi.org/irisi-new-board/): IRISi thanks Donna Covey for her support, guidance and encouragement as Chair of the IRISi Board from 2017 to 2022; Daphne Amevenu takes on this role now to support the organisation in its next steps. - [IRISi joins the Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week; please have a look at these 5 useful topics from the healthcare perspective](https://irisi.org/sexual-abuse-sexual-violence/): Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week: please have a look at these 5 topics from the healthcare perspective! - [IRISiNews #14: the value of IRIS and more!](https://irisi.org/irisinews14/): Did you know that the Domestic Abuse Statutory Guidance recommends implementing IRIS? On page 2, you can read more about it and also follow the case study about the successful rollout of the IRIS Programme in Wales. - [Domestic Abuse Statutory Guidance recommends implementing IRIS: why all Integrated Care Boards should commission IRISi interventions to adhere to the Domestic Abuse Act](https://irisi.org/icb-da-act/): NHS England also have produced and shared “Domestic Abuse and General Practice”, a rapid read to Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and Integrated Care Systems (ICS) teams recommending IRIS as a strategy to tackle DA during GP consultations. - [Is it worth investing in the IRIS Programme? New research concludes “the value of IRIS extends far beyond increasing referrals to Domestic Abuse services or improving service users’ lives”](https://irisi.org/iriswe/): For each pound invested in the IRIS Programme, a monetary return of £16.79 is expected. For each pound invested in the IRIS Programme, a social return of £10.71 was obtained. - [SAVE THE DATE: "IRISwe" campaign is coming! Join our online webinar on 9th of December](https://irisi.org/save-the-date-iriswe-campaign-is-coming/): In 2022, we celebrated our 5th anniversary. For this reason, from 25th of November to 10th of December, IRISi's "16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence" campaign will be themed "IRISwe: tackling gender-based violence in healthcare settings together”, a celebration of our efforts and our history alongside our partners and stakeholders. For this occasion, only, we will be changing our logo to “IRISwe” to mark the campaign. - [Case study: the successful rollout of the IRIS Programme in Wales](https://irisi.org/iris-in-wales/): Five out of seven Health Boards in Wales commission the IRIS programme; the initiative is also funded by the Office for the Police and Crime Commissioner in a sixth area. - [#IRISiNews13: ADViSE in Bristol and Gloucestershire; IRIS in Wolverhampton!](https://irisi.org/irisinews13/): Bristol and South Gloucestershire sexual health clinics are now enrolled on ADViSE; IRIS is now running across the whole Black Country area. - [After being implemented in Wolverhampton, IRIS is now running across the whole Black Country area](https://irisi.org/iris-wolverhampton/): The IRIS Programme was first implemented in Sandwell in 2015. Two years later, the intervention was expanded to Walsall and then, in 2018, Dudley also came on board. More recently, in October 2022, IRIS was implemented in Wolverhampton, which means that it’s now running across the whole Black Country area with one main goal: to enable local General Practices to better identify and refer women being affected by Domestic Abuse to specialist support. - [“Time for Change: Action Not Words” - IRISi join the Black History Month campaign to reinforce the need for more actions focused on supporting Black women affected by Domestic Abuse in the UK](https://irisi.org/irisi-black-history-month/): IRISi reinforces the need for us all to do more to support Black women across the health sector and the gender-based violence sector, and beyond. We must work harder to bring about systemic change. - [ADViSE is now running in Bristol and South Gloucestershire to improve sexual health clinical response to Domestic and Sexual Violence and Abuse across the area](https://irisi.org/advise-bristol-south-gloucestershire/): Bristol and South Gloucestershire sexual health clinics are now enrolled on ADViSE, an intervention developed by IRISi to improve the identification and response to Domestic and Sexual Violence and Abuse in these settings. - [Changes to online medical records: if in doubt – document it – then block it out](https://irisi.org/changes-online-medical-records-gp/): From November 1st, 2022, patients in England and over the age of 16 will be able to access more detailed information from their medical records through online apps. This is how you should document DVA in your patient's medical records from now on. - [#IRISi News 12: the IRIS in 7B and in 4B programmes and more!](https://irisi.org/irisi-news12/): Funded by London’s Violence Reduction Unit (VRU), the IRIS in 7 Boroughs Programme officially ended in June 2022. Following the great results from this project, VRU have recently commissioned IRISi to manage grant funding and to deliver our IRIS in 4 boroughs where it has never operated before. All the details about the 7B and the 4B projects are highlighted on the cover and page 2 of this edition. - [London's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) will be commissioning the IRIS in 4 Boroughs Programme!](https://irisi.org/iris4b/): London’s Violence Reduction Unit (@LDN_VRU) have commissioned IRISi to manage grant funding and to deliver our flagship programme, IRIS, in 4 boroughs where it has never operated before: Newham, Redbridge, Richmond and Kingstone - [IRISi celebrates the outcomes of the IRIS in 7 Boroughs Programme, funded by the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) to support the public health approach to tackling Domestic Abuse (DA) in London](https://irisi.org/iris7boroughs/): The IRIS Programme was funded by the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) from 2019, providing specialist domestic violence and abuse (DVA) training, support and a referral programme for General Practices in 7 boroughs in the capital. - [#PrideMonth: 8 reasons why we need to do more and better to address Domestic and Sexual Violence and Abuse against LGBT+ people](https://irisi.org/pridemonth-8-reasons-why-we-need-to-do-more-and-better-to-address-domestic-and-sexual-violence-and-abuse-against-lgbt-people/): June is Pride Month, a month dedicated to celebrating LGBT+ communities all around the world. For that reason, we have created the campaign #MoreAndBetter. - [Parental abuse must be recognised by health professionals](https://irisi.org/parental-abuse-must-be-recognised-by-health-professionals/): "Child to Parent Abuse is largely hidden yet has a profound impact on a significant proportion of society. We need to work together to bring CPA out of the shadows and better support those living with abusive and violent behaviour, and healthcare professionals are a vital part of that work" - [#IRISi News 11: IRIS is now running in Lambeth!](https://irisi.org/irisi-news-11/): We are pleased to announce that IRISi and the Gaia Centre (run by Refuge) will be co-delivering the IRIS Programme to general practices in the London Borough of Lambeth from April 2022 onwards. - [#IRISi Welcomes the Gaia Centre (Refuge) and starts delivering the IRIS Programme in Lambeth](https://irisi.org/irisi-welcomes-the-gaia-centre-refuge-and-starts-delivering-the-iris-programme-in-lambeth/): IRISi and the Gaia Centre (run by Refuge) will be co-delivering the IRIS Programme to general practices in the London Borough of Lambeth from April 2022 onwards - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting a Data Analyst!](https://irisi.org/job-advert-irisi-is-recruiting-a-data-analyst/): IRISi is recruiting a Data Analyst! Closing date for applications: 9am, 28th April 2022. - [#IRISi News 10: The operational delivery of IRIS in the 7B in London ended last March!](https://irisi.org/irisi-news-10-welcome-on-board-denbighshire/): The operational delivery of IRIS in the 7B programme in London ended last 31st March 2022. - [[Phase 02] Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) and IRISi: tackling Domestic Violence and Abuse in Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Westminster](https://irisi.org/phase-02-violence-reduction-unit-vru-and-irisi-tackling-domestic-violence-and-abuse-in-brent-ealing-hammersmith-and-fulham-and-westminster/): The Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) has commissioned IRISi to deliver IRIS in 7 boroughs in London. In its second phase, the initiative reached Brent, Ealing, Westminster, and Hammersmith and Fulham. - [IRISi National Report: A review of IRIS Programmes in England, Wales, the Channel Islands and Northern Ireland to March 2021](https://irisi.org/irisi-national-report-a-review-of-iris-programmes-in-england-wales-the-channel-islands-and-northern-ireland-to-march-2021/): Between April 2020 and March 2021, IRIS Programmes have received 4,979 referrals, totalling 25,523 referrals since it was commissioned for the first time. It means it has impacted and changed 25,523 lives! - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting!](https://irisi.org/job-advert-irisi-is-recruiting/): IRISi, an award-winning social enterprise established in 2017 to promote and improve the health care response to gender based violence, is recruiting to the following posts: • Data Analyst • ADViSE Lead and Senior Regional Manager • Network Development Manager - [#IRISi News 09: Welcome on board, Denbighshire!](https://irisi.org/irisi-news-09-welcome-on-board-denbighshire/): We are thrilled to announce that we recently started delivering the IRIS Programme in Denbighshire, in partnership with DASU. - [“Stuck in the Middle with You”: guidance for General Practice clinicians to better identify the link between domestic abuse and menopause](https://irisi.org/stuck-in-the-middle-with-you-guidance-for-general-practice-clinicians-to-better-identify-the-link-between-domestic-abuse-and-menopause/): This pioneering study was the first of its kind in the UK and aimed to find out how women’s contact with General Practices for menopause-related symptoms could provide opportunities for disclosure and support. - [#IRISiWelcomes DASU and starts delivering the IRIS Programme in Denbighshire](https://irisi.org/irisiwelcomes-dasu-and-starts-delivering-the-iris-programme-in-denbighshire/): The IRISi and DASU teams are celebrating that we have officially begun the delivery of the IRIS Programme in Denbighshire! We would like to thank everyone who made it possible. - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting a Data Scientist!](https://irisi.org/job-advert-irisi-is-recruiting-a-data-scientist/): Please return your application form by 9 am, 31st January 2022 to Lucy Downes, IRIS Network Director, lucy.downes@irisi.org! - [Job Advert: IRISi is recruiting a Regional Manager!](https://irisi.org/job-advert-irisi-is-recruiting-a-regional-manager/): Please return your application form by 9 am, Wednesday 5th January 2022 to Lucy Downes, IRIS Network Director, lucy.downes@irisi.org - [IRISi News #08: How health care settings can improve their response to VAWG?](https://irisi.org/irisi-news-08-how-health-care-settings-can-improve-their-response-to-vawg/): IRISi News #08: How health care settings can improve their response to VAWG? - [[16 days] Why we do what we do](https://irisi.org/16-days-why-we-do-what-we-do/): To finish our campaign, we invited our board members to talk about the relevance of these interventions and to consider the following questions: “How have interventions like IRIS and ADViSE become paramount to improve the health care response to Domestic Violence and Abuse?”. These are the answers of those who joined our campaign! - [[16 days] IRISi launches its IRIS Cost-effectiveness analysis tool for local areas](https://irisi.org/irisi-launches-its-iris-cost-effectiveness-analysis-tool-for-local-areas/): The IRIS CEA tool should enable each local IRIS site to provide its funders with real life, locally relevant results. It should be helpful when building business cases for further funding or recommissioning. - [[16 days] In your experience as a Clinical Lead, what are the main challenges that need to be understood and addressed so health care settings can improve their response to Domestic Violence and Abuse?](https://irisi.org/16-days-in-your-experience-as-a-clinical-lead-what-are-the-main-challenges-that-need-to-be-understood-and-addressed-so-health-care-settings-can-improve-their-response-to-domestic-violence-and-abuse/): Since our Clinical Leads have a profound understanding of the obstacles in addressing DVA in health care settings, we invited them to consider the following question: “In your experience as a Clinical Lead, what are the main challenges that need to be understood and addressed so health care settings can improve their response to Domestic Violence and Abuse?”. ## Pages - [Privacy notice](https://irisi.org/privacy-notice/): This privacy notice tells you what to expect us to do with your personal information.  Contact details  Email: info@irisi.org  What information we collect, use, and why  We collect or use the following information to provide services and goods, including delivery and third party referrals:  We also collect or use the following information to provide services and goods, including delivery and third party referrals:  We collect or use the following information to receive donations or funding and organise fundraising activities:  We collect or use the following personal information for service updates or marketing purposes:  We collect or use the following personal […] - [Join our mailing list](https://irisi.org/subscribe/): Join our mailing list By filling in this form, you agree to receive email communications from IRISi. You can unsubscribe at any time.     - [DONATE HERE](https://irisi.org/donate/): Donate now to shape a future free from harm and fear. Your contribution matters more than ever as we start the 8th year of our journey. Since 2017, IRISi has been dedicated to improving the healthcare response to gender-based violence. Our evidence-based interventions, IRIS (domestic abuse programme) and ADViSE (sexual health programme), have been instrumental in early identification and prevention, directly impacting 36,352 service users*.    Despite our progress, sustainable funding remains a challenge. Your donation will help us continue our mission of ensuring equitable access to vital support for every person in the UK. With your support, we can […] - [[Infographic] IRISi reflects on 75 years of NHS's commitment to women's health, rights and safety](https://irisi.org/infographic/): Please fill in the form to download our infographic. - [Login Main Sites](https://irisi.org/login-main-sites/) - [Main Sites](https://irisi.org/main-sites/) - [ADViSE Testimonials](https://irisi.org/advise-testimonials/): “Without the sexual health service asking and referring her, she (young woman) may not have accessed any DVA support. She did not attend general practice very often and no other service was involved with her. Sexual health were ideally placed to identify and refer her on to specialist support with the ADViSE service.” ADViSE Advocate Educator “I think it felt like a really good service because it was a direct person- it was a link that we could go to – it provided a pathway. ” Sexual Health Service Nurse “An easy referral route into a dedicated service saved time […] - [How to get in touch with your local ADViSE service](https://irisi.org/find-your-local-advise-site/): The ADViSE programme offers specialised advocacy and support services to patients affected by domestic abuse and/or sexual violence. These services are available to individuals referred by Sexual Health Clinicians who have undergone training through the programme. If you are a patient or clinician trying to get in touch with your local ADViSE service, please contact us via email at info@irisi.org. Please provide your full address (including postcode, town, city, or London Borough) and the name of your Sexual Health Clinic. If there is an ADViSE service available in your area, with your permission, we will share your contact details with the […] - [ADViSE Commissioning Guidance](https://irisi.org/advise-commissioning-guidance/): Coming Soon - [How can ADViSE help](https://irisi.org/how-can-advise-help/): How the ADViSE programme can support your sexual health clinic and patients Women affected by domestic abuse (DA) are three times more likely to have gynaecological and sexual health problems. 47% of women attending sexual health services will have experienced DA at some point in their lives and these services can be the first point of contact for support. Sexual health practitioners can have a key role in supporting women to access advocacy services but most haven’t had much training in identifying and responding to DA. ADViSE (Assessing for Domestic Violence and Abuse in Sexual Health Environments) adapts the IRIS […] - [What is ADViSE](https://irisi.org/what-is-advise/): The ADViSE (Assessing for Domestic Violence and Abuse in Sexual Health Environments) programme supports sexual health clinicians to identify and respond to patients affected by domestic abuse (DA) and sexual violence (SV). It provides them with a simple referral pathway to specialist services. Core areas of the programme include ongoing training, education and consultancy for the sexual health team and administrative staff, care pathways for sexual health care practitioners and an enhanced referral pathway to specialist domestic violence services for individuals with experience of DA and/or SV.   ADViSE works in the following way: • ADViSE supports staff teams to recognise […] - [About the ADViSE Programme](https://irisi.org/about-the-advise-programme/): The ADViSE (Assessing for Domestic Violence and Abuse in Sexual Health Environments) programme supports sexual health clinicians to identify and respond to patients affected by domestic abuse (DA) and sexual violence (SV). It provides them with a simple referral pathway to specialist services. ADViSE has grown from a successful, evidence-based programme in general practice which responded to female patients affected by domestic violence and abuse, IRIS (Identification and Referral to Improve Safety). Whilst the positive impact of IRIS was rapidly expanding, it was recognised that some diverse and harder-to-reach patient groups may not come into contact with general practice or […] - [Other Research](https://irisi.org/other-research/): PATH – Psychological Advocacy Towards Healing. “Herding Cats”: The experiences of domestic violence advocates engaging with primary care providers. Cost-effectivness of a programme to detect and provide better care for female victims of intimate Partner Violence. Identifying Domestic Violence: Cross sectional study in primary care. What are the factors that affect the implementation of a domestic violence programme in real-world general practice? A Safe Fund: costing domestic abuse provision for the whole family - [ADViSE Research](https://irisi.org/advise-research/) - [Members Area](https://irisi.org/members-area/) - [Training and Support Materials](https://irisi.org/training-and-support-materials/) - [Password Reset](https://irisi.org/password-reset/) - [My Account](https://irisi.org/my-account/) - [Logout](https://irisi.org/logout/) - [Members Network](https://irisi.org/members-network/) - [Register](https://irisi.org/register/) - [Login](https://irisi.org/login/) - [My Profile](https://irisi.org/my-profile/) - [ADViSE Prospectus](https://irisi.org/advise-prospectus/): The ADViSE (Assessing for Domestic Violence and Abuse in Sexual Health Environments) prospectus for commissioners provides the following information. The background and context to the ADViSE programme, including the impact of domestic violence and abuse (DVA) on health, the costs to health, and the role of the sexual health team in responding to DVA  The evidence base  A description of the ADViSE model  Steps to implementing ADViSE programme  You can download the ADViSE Prospectus here. - [IRIS Research](https://irisi.org/iris-research/): Here you can find a list of relevant research publications, case studies and reports. If you think there is something missing from the list below, please contact us here. IRISi National Reports The social value of improving the primary care response to domestic violence and abuse >>> Click here to read it in full. >>> Click here to read our Booklet. IRIS response to the Covid-19 Pandemic: a rapid research report >>> Click here to read our Rapid Research Report in full. >>> Click here to read our Rapid Research Booklet. IRIS Case Studies and Research - [What is IRIS](https://irisi.org/what-is-iris/): IRIS is a specialist domestic violence and abuse (DVA) training, support and referral programme for General Practices that has been positively evaluated in a randomised controlled trial. IRIS is a collaboration between primary care and third sector organisations specialising in DVA.  Core areas of the programme include ongoing training, education and consultancy for the clinical team and administrative staff, care pathways for primary health care practitioners and an enhanced referral pathway to specialist domestic violence services for patients with experience of DVA.    The IRIS programme is an evidence-based, effective and cost-effective intervention to improve the primary care response to DVA […] - [Board Members](https://irisi.org/meet-the-team/board-members/) - [IRISi Staff](https://irisi.org/meet-the-team/irisi-staff/) - [Meet the team](https://irisi.org/meet-the-team/) - [Scale of domestic abuse: Why a healthcare response to DA is needed](https://irisi.org/scale-of-domestic-abuse/): A common breach of human rights Domestic Abuse (DA) encompasses emotional and psychological abuse, physical abuse, sexual violence and abuse, stalking and harassment, intimidation and humiliation, manipulation, threatening behaviour, financial control, coercion isolation and entrapment. GBV is a human rights violation and public health issue, imposing significant NHS costs. Survivors often hesitate to disclose their experiences, underscoring the urgent need for well-trained and well-equipped healthcare professionals to proactively address violence and abuse. Failing to ask about abuse misses critical opportunities to refer victims to specialist support. It involves the systematic use of power and control, with far-reaching consequences for individuals, […] - [Who we are: Improving the healthcare response to Gender-Based Violence](https://irisi.org/who-we-are/): IRISi is a registered charity dedicated to improving the healthcare response to Gender-Based Violence (GBV). We bridge the gap between healthcare professionals and domestic abuse (DA)/Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) services and our programmes provide specialist support for victims and survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence (SV). We are building a network of partners who share our vision and have the drive to create sustained change. Our vision is a world in which Gender-Based Violence is consistently recognised and addressed as a health issue. Our mission is to promote and improve the healthcare response to Gender-Based Violence by […] - [IRIS Testimonials](https://irisi.org/iris-testimonials/) - [Our projects](https://irisi.org/our-projects/): Here you will find information on the various projects we work on. To access the projects quickly click on the links below or scroll down to read about all of them! IRIS What is IRIS? The health service plays an integral role in addressing the issue of and transforming responses to domestic violence and abuse (DVA). The IRIS (Identification and Referral to Improve Safety) programme is a training, referral and advocacy model to support clinicians to better support their patients affected by DVA and to increase the awareness of domestic violence and abuse within general practice. IRIS provides specialist DVA […] - [What we do: building the bridge between specialist services and healthcare professionals](https://irisi.org/what-we-do/): IRISi works collaboratively with partners to develop innovative, evidence-based health interventions for those affected by gender-based violence.  We provide expert advice and consultancy in the field of domestic abuse (DA) and health. Our ambition is to develop a suite of interventions and programmes to support clinicians to recognise and respond to the needs of patients affected by DA in a range of healthcare settings. Our flagship intervention, working in primary care, is IRIS (Identification and Referral to Improve Safety).  We also have commissioned ADViSE (Assessing for Domestic Violence and Abuse in Sexual Health Environments), our programme for clinicians and patients in […] - [How to get in touch with your local IRIS service](https://irisi.org/find-your-local-iris-site/):   The IRIS programme provides specialist advocacy and support to patients registered at IRIS-trained practices who are affected by domestic abuse. If you are a patient or clinician trying to get in touch with your local IRIS service, please contact us via email at info@irisi.org. Please provide your full address (including postcode, town, city, or London Borough) and the name of your GP practice. If there is an IRIS service available in your area, with your permission, we will share your contact details with the local team. If you are a patient looking for immediate help or support, we recommend you contact […] - [Training & Events](https://irisi.org/training-events/): IRISi run various events and training throughout the year. Our most frequent training is our ‘train the trainer’ sessions held across the year in various locations. The purpose of these sessions is to train those who are new IRIS team members. This is a three day training course in which we educate and equip IRIS teams to successfully run the IRIS project in their area. In addition to this, we run train the trainer courses for all new sites that commission the IRIS programme. This, as above, involves our team coming in for three days to train all those who […] - [How can IRIS help](https://irisi.org/how-can-iris-help/): How the IRIS programme can support your practice and patients Each practice that becomes part of the IRIS programme receives a named Advocate Educator. Our Advocate Educator (AE) provides support to both the practice and the patients that are recognised and referred.  Support for your practice:  In-house specialist domestic violence training sessions to become better equipped to respond to concerns and disclosures of DVA from all patients including perpetrators. This includes training for all your clinicians, as well as your reception/administrative team.   Ongoing support and DVA consultancy after training is completed from a named Advocate Educator.  Literature (posters and cards) […] - [Cookie Policy](https://irisi.org/cookie-policy/): A cookie is a small file which allow web applications to respond to you as an individual. For example, remembering that you prefer the navigation to be on the left or right side of the website. - [Terms of Use](https://irisi.org/terms-of-use/): Please note, these terms and conditions are for the IRISi website, not for work carried out. 1. 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If you are a patient looking for immediate help or support, we recommend you contact one of the organisations listed here. In an emergency always dial […] - [News](https://irisi.org/news/) - [About the IRIS programme](https://irisi.org/about-the-iris-programme/): About IRIS IRIS is a specialist domestic violence and abuse (DVA) training, support and referral programme for General Practices that has been positively evaluated in a randomised controlled trial. IRIS is a collaboration between primary care and third sector organisations specialising in DVA.  Core areas of the programme include ongoing training, education and consultancy for the clinical team and administrative staff, care pathways for primary health care practitioners and an enhanced referral pathway to specialist domestic violence services for patients with experience of DVA.  The IRIS programme is an evidence-based, effective and cost-effective intervention to improve the primary care response […] - [Home](https://irisi.org/) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)