Survey for Victims/Survivors of Domestic Abuse (DA) and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)

Overview

Lewisham Council is reviewing the 2021-2026 Domestic Abuse (DA) and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) strategy. As part of this, we want to hear directly from survivors. Your voice can help improve services and ensure they are more supportive, inclusive and effective.

This survey is for people who have experienced domestic abuse, sexual violence or other forms of gender-based abuse. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. You do not need to answer every question. Your answers will be anonymous and you will not be asked for any information that could identify you.  This survey should take approx 10-15 minutes to complete

We know these questions may be difficult to think about. If you would like additional support, please contact the Athena service, run by Refuge. Athena are providing confidential, non-judgmental support to Lewisham residents of all genders who are experiencing gender-based violence, including domestic and/or sexual abuse. The service supports women and girls aged 13 and over, and men and boys aged 16 or over – including those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, unsure of their sexuality or trans. You can contact them via phone 0800 112 4052 or via Email on lewishamvawg@refuge.org.uk. 

This is a short survey, however if you would like to have further involvement, we would love to hear from you.

We cannot promise that we will be able to involve everybody, however if you contact us at vawg@lewisham.gov.uk we will provide everyone with a response.