Lincolnshire Domestic Abuse Awareness Conference 2026

Domestic Abuse Awareness Conference

6 October | 9.00am to 3.30pm | Grantham

Join us for a full day of learning, insight and collaboration at our Domestic Abuse Awareness Conference, taking place in Grantham on 6 October. This event is open to professionals working within the domestic abuse arena, as well as private businesses who want to better understand domestic abuse and how to support employees who may be experiencing abuse at home.

This conference brings together specialist speakers, survivor voices and practical guidance designed to strengthen knowledge, confidence and workplace responses.

Key Speakers:

• Ann Canter, LDASS
  Delivering a focused session on Controlling and Coercive Behaviour, exploring how professionals and employers can better recognise the signs.
• Mandy Baxter, Boxes of Hope
  Sharing the impact that completing a Gold package of engagement with LDAP has had on her staff and organisation, including improved awareness, confidence and support pathways.
• Survivors of Domestic Abuse
  Hear first-hand lived experiences that highlight the realities of abuse.
• Additional contributors
  Further speakers will be announced, covering a range of topics relevant to both practitioners and employers.

Who Should Attend:

• Domestic abuse practitioners, support workers and safeguarding professionals
• HR teams, line managers and wellbeing leads
• Business owners and employers looking to create safer, more supportive workplaces
• Anyone interested in strengthening their understanding of domestic abuse and its impact

Why Attend:

• Build your knowledge of key themes and emerging issues
• Gain practical tools for supporting employees affected by domestic abuse
• Hear directly from survivors and frontline specialists
• Network with professionals, services and employers committed to improving responses

Sponsored by Sills & Betteridge Solicitors