Service Shout Out: Flag DV

This Months Service Shout Out goes to Flag DV!

Domestic abuse is an issue that affects families across the UK, regardless of gender, age, race, or background. However, despite its impact, many individuals feel trapped, unsure of how to seek help or where to turn for support.

Flag DV is a charity that has been providing support to individuals of domestic abuse since it started in 2012. Created to fill the gap left by the reduction in legal aid services, the organisation offers free, confidential family law legal advice to those experiencing domestic abuse.

“Our mission is to empower and support those who have experienced domestic abuse by providing them with free, confidential family law legal advice. We strive to raise awareness of their legal rights and options. We endeavour to work in collaboration with other organisations and government agencies to ensure that domestic abuse victims have access to the resources and support they need to make informed choices about escaping abuse and rebuilding their lives.”

What Flag DV Does: Empowering Survivors with Legal Support

The core aim of Flag DV is to provide individuals experiencing domestic abuse with access to free legal advice and support. By offering legal guidance from volunteer solicitors, legal executives, and barristers who specialise in Family Law, the charity helps individuals to navigate the often complex and overwhelming legal system.

Those who have experienced domestic abuse often face many obstacles when considering leaving abuse. Flag DV’s legal team is there to offer clarity, support, and advice on how to safely take action, whether that involves divorce or separation, child custody arrangements, or understanding the intricacies of domestic abuse protection orders.

The charity operates across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Hampshire, supporting individuals over the age of 18, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, or religion. Importantly, Flag DV ensures that its services are accessible to everyone, offering both telephone and face-to-face legal advice sessions depending on individual needs. What makes Flag DV stand out is that all their legal advice sessions are provided free of charge. Volunteer professionals offer their expertise to ensure survivors understand their rights, their options, and the steps they can take to regain safety and autonomy in their lives.

Family Court Support: Vital Assistance When Navigating the Legal System

One of the most unique and essential services that Flag DV offers is its Family Court Support programme. Currently available in Berkshire, this service provides ongoing, one-to-one assistance to individuals involved in legal proceedings related to domestic abuse.

“Our Family Court Support Worker plays an essential role in guiding individuals through the complexities of the family court system. They provide practical assistance by helping clients understand court procedures, explaining what to expect in the courtroom, facilitating requests for special measures, and clarifying the meaning and application of court documents.”

A Commitment to Making a Difference

Since its founding, Flag DV has been committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by domestic abuse. The charity’s impact is evident in the countless individuals it has helped over the years, offering a lifeline to those who may have otherwise been unable to navigate the legal complexities of escaping abuse.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, Flag DV is here to help. Their free legal advice, court support, and collaborative approach make them a vital resource for anyone looking to break free from abuse.

For more information or to access support, visit Flag DV

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Allen Lane Foundation Supports New Workshop Lead Role to Expand Support for Parents

By PEGS Admin • March 18, 2026

We are thrilled to announce that the Allen Lane Foundation has generously funded a new Workshop Lead role to coordinate and deliver online workshops for parents and carers affected by Child-to-Parent Abuse (CPA) over the next 12 months. Parents and carers affected by CPA are often isolated, unsupported, and unsure where to turn. Our 2024 survey shows that 96% of parents feel isolated, 94% stressed, 92% scared, and 100% report an impact on emotional wellbeing. Over 70% have had to reduce or leave work. With demand for support rising to over 450 referrals per month and a 116% increase in November 2025 there is an urgent need for structured, accessible help. Expanding Online Workshops and 1:1 Support The new Workshop Lead will deliver a weekly online workshop for up to 15 participants, covering practical and emotional wellbeing topics such as stress management, goal-setting, and specialist techniques like Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Alongside the weekly sessions, the project will also run: Bi-monthly two-part specialist workshops Monthly wellbeing workshops By taking the lead on workshop delivery, the Workshop Lead will free up our practitioner team to provide more personalised one-to-one support to high-risk parents, reaching an additional estimated 50 parents in need. Over 12 months, we anticipate that over 200 parents will benefit directly from group workshops, gaining tools to manage risk, improve emotional wellbeing, reduce stress, and build confidence. The workshops will also create a safe space for peer connection, helping to reduce isolation and foster resilience. Measuring Impact We will track success through attendance figures, participant feedback, and pre- and post-workshop surveys to capture changes in confidence, coping strategies, and wellbeing. Practitioners will also monitor the effect of increased one-to-one support to ensure parents feel safer, supported, and better able to manage their situation. Michelle John, our founding director, says: "Allen Lane Foundation’s continued support enables us to reach more parents and provide the practical guidance and personal support they urgently need. This Workshop Lead role will make a real difference, helping parents feel safer, more confident, and connected, while allowing our practitioners to provide targeted one-to-one support where it’s needed most." We are incredibly grateful to the Allen Lane Foundation for their ongoing belief in our work. This funding allows us to expand our online support, reach more parents, and provide both group and personalised assistance for those affected by CPA.