We are experts in the field…
“Talking to experts. Very professional, Very supportive”
BCWA have supported survivors of domestic abuse and interpersonal violence for 30 years. We bring this depth of knowledge and experience to our training. Each of our trainers has frontline experience of supporting victims, managing services, or developing strategy.
We make training count…
“I was really impressed at Sara & Jennifer’s knowledge! It really helps to know the Sandwell picture and how it all fits together”
Time is precious, and professionals need to know that training will give them practical knowledge to enhance their work. BCWA’s courses have a strong theoretical base combined with this essential practical expertise.
Each course includes: a wealth of information on the subject, including up to date legislation; case studies; tasks and discussion to enable participants to relate training to their own role; and links to local strategy, standards and referral pathways in each borough.
We can work around your needs…
“A very good course”
We can offer either pre-designed or bespoke courses designed with you according to your organisation’s needs.
We offer consultancy…
“After BCWA training I’m going to write a Domestic Abuse Policy to use in our setting”
Domestic abuse costs UK businesses £1.3 billion per year. By taking effective action, you can cut the costs to your business and get the best out of your skilled employees.
BCWA offers support and consultancy to businesses, statutory agencies and voluntary organisations to develop workplace domestic abuse policies, support employees affected by abuse, meet CSR targets. We can also offer training and development to staff and management to understand the impact of abuse and support HR processes.
You are in good company: who we work with…
BCWA training is commissioned by a range of agencies across the Black Country. This includes: including Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall Domestic Abuse Strategic Partnerships; West Midlands Police; Sandwell and West Birmingham CCG; Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust; and many more. BCWA staff are visiting lecturers at the Social Work departments of Birmingham City University and University of Birmingham.
We are also closely involved in developing the multi-agency response to domestic abuse, modern slavery and interpersonal violence in the West Midlands. We work with Domestic Abuse Strategic Partnerships, Community Safety Partnerships, Children and Adult Safeguarding Boards, the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner’s Victims Commission, Police and Crime Boards, and DHR Standing Panels.
BCWA also work as expert consultants on initiatives which inform national policy, and have been involved in consultations with the Home Office, Ministry of Justice, Children’s Commissioner, and The Department of Health.
Training for Black Country Local Authorities
BCWA are commissioned to provide domestic abuse and interpersonal violence courses by Sandwell Council, Dudley Council and Walsall Council. To access their training catalogues for local professionals please visit Dudley Safeguarding Board, Sandwell Council, or Walsall Children’s Workforce Development Team.
