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West Yorkshire Police has launched a campaign to highlight the risks of domestic abuse in older people. Many people think that domestic abuse only applies when there is physical violence between couples, but it can involve coercive and controlling behaviour such as financial control.  It can also take place between family members such as sons, daughters or grandchildren.
West Yorkshire Police has worked with Victim Support in launching a new campaign aimed at encouraging male victims of sexual assault to come forward. While it is important that any victims of sexual assault report the crime and seek support, it is believed that offences against males are particularly under-reported.
Thursday, 24th January, 2019 West Yorkshire Police is launching a new campaign encouraging anyone with concerns about their current or ex-partner to use their ‘right to ask’ to check whether they have a history of domestic abuse.
Advice on domestic abuse / domestic violence, who to contact for help and support and how to report domestic abuse. Domestic abuse will not be tolerated by West Yorkshire Police. We treat all reports seriously and we will do whatever we can to help prevent further incidents occurring. We always encourage those who suffer domestic abuse to report incidents to us. We have a zero tolerance policy in respect of domestic abuse; we will arrest anyone who is alleged to have committed a criminal offence and will prosecute where ever possible and appropriate.
Domestic Abuse Campaign - Contact Information, for help, support, guidance and emergencies.
Tuesday 21 November 2023 A woman who was seriously sexually assaulted as a child has encouraged survivors to never remain silent after seeing her attacker jailed for 14 years.  
Domestic abuse campaign aimed at those looking to get help if they feel their behaviour has developed into domestic abuse. Help is at hand to provide advice and support and there is still time to change.
The Department for Education has launched the second phase of their ‘Together, we can tackle child abuse’ campaign www.gov.uk/tacklechildabuse
Thursday 21 September 2023 A new support service has been extended across Bradford District to help those at risk of domestic abuse.  
West Yorkshire Police and partners are raising awareness around same sex domestic abuse this Summer.
West Yorkshire Police has launched a campaign called #CutItOut as part of its priority to tackle domestic abuse. The campaign aims to raise awareness and train hair and beauty professionals to recognise the warning signs of domestic abuse and give them the information they need to safely refer clients to organisations that can help them.
West Yorkshire Police campaigns summary page - including the Neighbourhood Policing - Here for Good Campaign and also the new West Yorkshire Police Burglary Campaign.
West Yorkshire Police Domestic Abuse policy - West Yorkshire Police has outlined a clear commitment to tackle violence against women and girls. This pledge from West Yorkshire Police gives our communities across the country the reassurance and confidence that we are committed to ensuring we do everything in our power to accurately and quickly identify and pursue perpetrators, of any gender including non-binary individuals, and to support and protect victims whether inside or outside of the organisation.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to creating an environment where women and girls can feel safe and be safe within the county, free of fear and harassment. As part of the Force’s commitment to reducing Violence Against Women and Girls, it has launched its Strategy, outlining how it intends to ensure that women and girls are safe and feel safe.
Domestic Abuse Affects Your Children Too - Research has shown that children who suffer or witness domestic abuse may be more likely to become drug users, struggle with their education, suffer health issues, become involved in crime, and that they too may have abusive relationships themselves.