What is an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor?
An Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) is here to support you and help
to address your safety. They support victims of Domestic Violence, serving
as the primary point of contact to dicuss the range of suitable options and
develop a safety plan.
IDVAs are proactive in implementing the plans, which address immediate safety,
including practical steps to protect victims and their children from harm, as
well as longer term solutions.
IDVAs support and signpost victims of Domestic Violence who do not want Police
involvement. They will help address any issues around Domestic Violence, such as
Housing, Civil and Criminal Law as well as safety measures.
To contact your Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, call the IDVA from your
area:
Dacorum 01442 270679
Watford 01923 215180
Three Rivers 01923 727231
Hertsmere, St Albans, Welwyn, Hatfield, Stevenage and North Herts
07507 791300 or 07507 791301
Broxbourne and East Herts 07984 359846 or 07984 359734