Leeds Domestic Violence Service

Leeds Domestic Violence Service We support anyone over 16 in Leeds affected by domestic violence and abuse.

This pride month, we’re spotlighting that domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of sexuality, gender or identity....
19/06/2026

This pride month, we’re spotlighting that domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of sexuality, gender or identity. LDVS supports anyone over the age of 16 affected by domestic violence and abuse.

We have dedicated services for LGBTQIA+ support.

You can reach out to our helpline. For national support, you can contact Galop on their helpline.

LDVS: 0113 246 0401
GALOP: 0800 999 5428

11/06/2026

We are proud to officially launch the Leeds Domestic Violence Service podcast, Finding Safety, with our very first episode now live! 🎙️

Finding Safety explores the realities and complexities of domestic violence and abuse through honest, informed conversations centred around hope, resilience and recovery.

In this debut episode, hosts Hannah and Chloe are joined by Refuge Team Leader Clare Sanderson to discuss the vital work of refuges managed by Leeds Women’s Aid and what life is like for residents. Clare also shares her powerful full-circle journey, from once being a refuge resident herself to now leading the team.

Recorded at Chapel FM, this episode is available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the Chapel FM website. Find the links to listen, or learn more about Finding Safety, at: https://ldvs.uk/finding-safety-podcast/

Tune in and join the conversation. 🎧

If you need support or advice, please email our team at hello@ldvs.uk and they will get back to you as soon as possible....
01/06/2026

If you need support or advice, please email our team at [email protected] and they will get back to you as soon as possible.

In an emergency, always call 999.

The women at the Voices Project have been busy crafting at last week’s group session. The group offers a safe space for ...
14/05/2026

The women at the Voices Project have been busy crafting at last week’s group session.

The group offers a safe space for women who have left their abusive relationships. We engage in discussion with the aim of improving services in Leeds.

To find out more about the Voices Project and to get involved, visit ldvs.uk.

Our amazing Access and Assessment team leader Laura presented to about the work we do at LDVS. Laura was asked by the N...
01/05/2026

Our amazing Access and Assessment team leader Laura presented to about the work we do at LDVS.

Laura was asked by the NHS professionals to share some more information around domestic abuse and the work LDVS do.

There has been a rise in domestic violence and abuse of people over the age of 65. If you are a professional and would like more information, please visit our website at ldvs.uk

As always, over this long bank holiday our 24/7 helpline is open. You can contact our team by phone on 0113 246 0401 or email [email protected]

29/04/2026

The Voices Project impact has reached the Netherlands!

Dutch TV programme, Eenvandaag, interviewed Voices Project Lead, Nicola Marlow and victim-survivor Fran about work the project has done to promote the use of Clare’s Law in West Yorkshire.

The Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme, also known as Clare’s Law, allows individuals to formally ask the police to check if their partner or ex-partner has a history of violent or abusive behaviour. It aims to help people make informed choices about their safety and relationships.

The government in the Netherlands has recently voted to introduce a law similar to Clare’s Law, and the Dutch television company approached Nicola after recognising the Voices Project as a leading example of successfully championing Clare’s Law in the UK.

It's amazing to see our work in West Yorkshire having an international impact.

You can watch the English subtitled version below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7m9nuJFPtTg

Here is some useful advice around voting safely as a victim/survivor of domestic violence and abuse. You can contact Ele...
27/04/2026

Here is some useful advice around voting safely as a victim/survivor of domestic violence and abuse.

You can contact Electoral Services via the Leeds City Council website who can offer advice and ensure discretion.

You can also vote anonymously, Refuge have a very helpful guide which gives you all the information you need to do this.

You can also look at opting out of the open register.

Please note: you may not have time to make changes before the upcoming elections on 7th May, but hopefully this information is useful for future elections.

Links to these resources are below:

https://www.leeds.gov.uk/elections

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67fce56d4f66a92e28546631/ITR-A-E_Anon.pdf

https://shorturl.at/faWsd

https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/your-data-and-elections/electoral-register/

https://www.gov.uk/electoral-register/opt-out-of-the-open-register

Here is some useful advice around voting safely as a victim/survivor of domestic violence and abuse. You can contact Ele...
27/04/2026

Here is some useful advice around voting safely as a victim/survivor of domestic violence and abuse.

You can contact Electoral Services via the Leeds City Council website who can offer you advice and ensure discretion.

You can also vote anonymously; Refuge have a very helpful guide which gives you all the information you need to do this.

You can also look at opting out of the open register.

All links to this information are in our bio.

Please note: you may not have time to make changes before the upcoming elections on 7th May, but hopefully this information is useful for future elections.

The Voices Project took part in Cyber Abuse training. This was the first session the Voices Project had organised for wo...
23/04/2026

The Voices Project took part in Cyber Abuse training.

This was the first session the Voices Project had organised for women victim/survivors, following their requests for access to training to help up-skill them.

The women found the Cyber Abuse session ran by West Yorkshire Police really useful. They now have a better understanding and are more confident of how to keep themselves safe on their devices and in the home.

We run regular, discreet drop in services across the city. No appointment is necessary - you can just call in. Please ch...
01/04/2026

We run regular, discreet drop in services across the city. No appointment is necessary - you can just call in.

Please check our drop in sessions are running before attending. Please call or email our helpline to find out.

You can find more information on our website - ldvs.uk.

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