Domestic abuse myth-busting event to be run by Peterborough charity

A domestic abuse myth-busting event is being put on by a charity in Peterborough.

To mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on Wednesday, November 25, Women of Colour on Mental Health (WCMH) in collaboration with Community First Peterborough are presenting a candid discussion on domestic abuse.

Topics will include:

. Different forms of domestic abuse

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An online talk will bust myths about domestic abuse

. How to identify if you’re in an abusive relationship or experiencing domestic violence

. What to do

. Where to seek help and support

. Life after domestic violence.

This will be followed by questions and answers.

Speakers include:

. Dr Shabina Asad Qayyum - Peterborough GP and Labour city councillor

. Vickie Crompton - Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Domestic Abuse & Sexual Violence (DASV) partnership manager

. Helen Walkinshaw - community coordinator

To sign up to the free event, visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/seen-it-experienced-it-kick-it-domestic-abuse-tickets-129602968969.

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