Research is constantly confirming that children are very aware of domestic abuse taking place in their home and that they are negatively affected by the abuse. Children are often described as 'witnessing' domestic abuse. In reality, it would be more correct to describe them as 'experiencing' the abuse. It is a violence that enters through the eyes and ears. Barnardos Ireland are launching a new campaign which aims to educate and raise awareness of the impact of childhood domestic violence and abuse. It is so important when addressing domestic violence that the voices of children impacted are heard #KidsVsDomesticViolence
At least 1 in 4 children Barnardos works with have experienced the impact of domestic violence and abuse. Our new campaign #KidsVsDomesticViolence aims to give them an opportunity to tell their side of the story. Throughout the week you will hear their words on radio stations nationwide. The campaign is a multi-agency collaboration with services from around Ireland and includes the voices of more than 74 children and young people to date who have lived with the impact of domestic violence and want to have their voices heard. It was a privilege to work with them to bring this campaign to life. Thank you to our partners Rethink Ireland and Tusla - Child and Family Agency for supporting the project. Every day, thousands of children and young people across Ireland face domestic violence. It’s time we listen to their voices. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/guRAM-cM
