We were so proud to be nominated in the Refuge UK Tech Safety Awards 2025!
Our Domestic Abuse Navigator Team were nominated for the Frontline Response Award for our work spreading awareness in the deaf community at events and workshops across the country. The team share information about how to minimise risks of tech abuse and spot signs of control and manipulation.
Congratulations to the team for their hard work and dedication!
Interesting in learning more? View our list of upcoming workshops or BSL video resources.
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How Coercive Control Affects Deaf People
Coercive control is a pattern of behaviour used to dominate, isolate and control a partner. In deaf relationships, abuse can take forms that directly target communication and independence. One common tactic is withholding interpreters. An abusive partner may refuse to arrange an interpreter, discourage a deaf person from requesting one, or insist on speaking on…
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Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence in the deaf Community: Breaking Down Barriers
Domestic abuse and sexual violence can affect anyone, including deaf people. However, deaf survivors often face additional challenges when trying to access help and support. Communication barriers can make it harder to report abuse, contact emergency services, or access specialist support. In some cases, abusers exploit these barriers by controlling access to interpreters, communication devices,…
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Professionals Missing the Signs: Improving Responses to Deaf Victims of Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse and sexual violence can affect anyone, but deaf victims often face additional barriers when seeking help.
