As part of ongoing efforts to raise awareness of domestic violence and abuse, NIPSA is promoting a series of expert-led Lunch & Learn sessions delivered by the Belfast Area Domestic & Sexual Violence and Abuse Partnership.
Each session takes place online via Zoom at 1pm and lasts approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Participants must register individually for each event.
Upcoming Sessions
Coercive Control
Tuesday 6 October 2026
Speaker: Diane Hickey, Belfast & Lisburn Women's Aid
Coercive control is a pattern of behaviour designed to dominate, intimidate and isolate another person. This session will examine the impact of coercive control and provide insight into recognising and responding to this form of abuse.
Register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kCIqnwoLQqe7sJg47iE3BQ
Challenges in the Justice System
Tuesday 3 November 2026
Speaker: Sonya McMullan, Women's Aid Federation NI
An overview of the challenges faced by victims and survivors when engaging with the justice system, highlighting current issues and opportunities for improvement.
Register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yl-Df2MYQuyWgyZnk0MzsA
Working with Perpetrators
Tuesday 1 December 2026
Speaker: Kate Tyrell, PBNI
This session will explore approaches to working with perpetrators of domestic abuse, examining intervention strategies and the role of criminal justice agencies in reducing harm and preventing reoffending.
Register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/TCmW1pgkQYG1_M9wTZxD1A
Non-Fatal Strangulation
Tuesday 12 January 2027
Speaker: Dr Farah Yusuf, St Mary's SARC
A focused session on non-fatal strangulation, its significance as a risk factor in domestic abuse cases and the importance of identification, support and appropriate response.
Register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JrgKS_8zQVeBdf6wTDFr0w
Domestic Violence and Abuse Risk Response (DVARR)
Tuesday 2 February 2027
Speaker: Detective Superintendent Lindsay Fisher
Learn more about the Domestic Violence and Abuse Risk Response (DVARR) model and how agencies work together to identify and manage risk, improve safety and support victims.
Register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5Vc0fjZTRba6j7tnx9asZA
Further Information
Following registration, attendees will receive a confirmation email containing joining instructions. Participants should include their organisation and job title when registering.
The organisers intend to record sessions, which may be shared with partner agencies and through the Partnership's YouTube channel. Attendees who do not wish to appear on recordings are welcome to keep their cameras switched off.
If you have any queries about these sessions please contact the Belfast Area Domestic & Sexual Violence and Abuse Partnership. https://belfastdvp.co.uk/contact-us/