Evaluation of training for practitioners working with victim/survivors and perpetrators in homelessness settings.

Abstract

Through strategic and front-line cross-sector working, FLIC observed that homelessness practitioners have frequent contact with victims/survivors and perpetrators of DVA in homelessness settings. They noted the challenging circumstances within which homelessness practitioners operate, as well as some gaps in knowledge, skills, and confidence of practitioners to effectively identify DVA and respond appropriately. Consequently, FLIC collaborated with cross sector partners to develop guidance and a training package to
improve identification, responses and referrals for victim/survivors and perpetrators into appropriate services and interventions.