EIDA launches handbook on creating a workplace domestic abuse response
The Employers’ Initiative on Domestic Abuse (EIDA) has launched the EIDA Handbook. This reflects the views of survivors of domestic abuse as well as case studies from employers who have already implemented a workplace response.
The Handbook covers:
- The scope of domestic abuse:
- Employer’s legal responsibilities
- How to respond to someone experiencing domestic abuse
- The EIDA four-phased approach: to implementing a workplace response
EIDA Ambassador Charlotte Budd said: “The EIDA Handbook helps employers to navigate the process that can help victim-survivors in the best possible way, whilst showing compassion and understanding.”
AVEVA hosted the launch of the Handbook with a panel of distinguished speakers.
Jess Phillips MP said: “Businesses and employers need to understand they have a responsibility for victims and perpetrators.”
Amanda McCloskey, CIS Security commented: “One in four women and one in seven men will be affected by domestic abuse in their lifetime. In the security industry, we are experts at focusing on the safety of our customers’ buildings and occupiers. Now, we must look inward at the safety of our people and their experiences”.
EIDA CEO Susan Bright concluded: “We encourage all employers to use this Handbook to develop and embed an effective workplace domestic abuse response to support their people.”
For more information on the Handbook and how to join EIDA, visit www.eida.org.uk
