FUNDING AVAILABLE TO HELP PREVENT DOMESTIC ABUSE

1. Title: FUNDING AVAILABLE TO HELP PREVENT DOMESTIC ABUSE2. Awarding Authority: South Yorkshire Violence Reduction Unit, GB. Web: 3. Contract type: Public works contract4. Description: The Awarding Authority are offering voluntary organisations and community groups the opportunity to apply for up to £20,000 funding to help prevent domestic abuse.The Domestic Abuse Prevention Fund is now open for applications from projects that will work to prevent and reduce violence across South Yorkshire, focused on the primary and secondary prevention of domestic abuse.We are looking for initiatives that focus on:Activities that promote positive, cohesive and healthy relationshipsActivities with all ages that talk about feelings and emotions, being aware of them and channelling themCommunity activity for young people, adults and familiesDiversionary activityMental health projectsTraining (in and out of school settings, e.g. youth clubs, community centres, gyms)Upskilling the workforce and volunteers (in and out of schools)Work linked to the new Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) curriculumRachel Staniforth, Joint Head of the South Yorkshire Violence Reduction Unit said: “We are looking for organisations across South Yorkshire that will work with individuals, families and young people to prevent domestic abuse.Domestic abuse can take many forms and have a long lasting impact on not only those who are abused, but also anyone living in the same household. Evidence shows that experiencing domestic abuse increases a person’s risk of later involvement in violence, as a victim, perpetrator or both.The South Yorkshire Violence Reduction Unit want to work with organisations within South Yorkshire that are committed to stopping domestic abuse before it begins (primary prevention), halting the abuse as soon as possible (secondary prevention) and breaking the cycle of domestic abuse by working with families and communities to promote healthy and respectful relationships.”Grant funding is available up to £20,000 to organisations based and working in South Yorkshire.Dr Alan Billings, South Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner and Chair of the South Yorkshire Violence Reduction Unit, said: “During the lockdown many people found themselves trapped in abusive relationships, unable to ask for help. Relationships that should have been a source of support and trust brought anxiety and fear. Sometimes children had to witness people they loved being abused, emotionally or physically. When restrictions were eased, domestic abuse incidents This funding will enable organisations to help those who ae trying to find relief from those who cause them and their children harm.”5. CPV Code(s): 85320000, 98000000, 75200000, 853000006. NUTS code(s): UKE, UKE3, UKE327. Main site or location of works, main place of delivery or main place of performance: South Yorkshire.8. Reference attributed by awarding authority: Not provided.9. Estimated value of requirement: Grant funding is available up to £20,000 to organisations based and working in South Yorkshire.10. The closing date for applications is 7.8.2020 (17:00).11. Address to which they must be sent: For further information regarding the above contract notice please visit:12. Other information: Applications can be made to the fund for core costs for existing work and for new work and project costs.For more information on the Violence Reduction Fund and how to apply, please see the South Yorkshire Violence Reduction Fund page.# funding opportunity