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Power to Change is a new European resource to help
victims of domestic violence. It is a practical guide to running support groups
and self-help groups with victims and survivors of domestic violence.
- Download the manual (PDF)
- Order the manual (word doc) for
£10 including p&p.
- Download the manual in portuguese
- Download the manual in Italian
- Download the manual in Estonian
- Download the
manual in Hungarian
About The Power to Change
Domestic violence is a widespread problem
affecting as many as 1 in 4 women in their lifetimes and can have long-term
effects. Many women experience loss of confidence and low self-esteem as a
result of being in an abusive relationship, and self help support groups –
based on the principles of building self-esteem and empowerment - are an important
addition to the range of existing specialist services, including refuges.
The Power to Change manual provides a programme of education and
support in a group setting to women who are, or have been, in abusive
relationships. The manual also gives detailed information about how to set up
such support groups safely including checklists for facilitators, who have a
central role in making the sessions safe, supportive and inclusive. The manual
has been tested through consultation with a practitioners and service users
across the five countries. It will be a valuable resource for specialist
staff working in existing specialist services for victims of domestic and
sexual violence across
Background to The Power to Change
Women’s Aid joined together with NANE in