A Free and Confidential Support Service for Women Experiencing Abuse in their Relationship.

DVAS offers a secure, caring setting where you are safe to tell your story. This may be the first time you have been able to speak openly in a non-judgmental atmosphere. You have the freedom to explore options and you will be provided with information on the services available to you so you can make informed decisions about your future.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO I HAVE TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR A ONE TO ONE MEETING?
Yes. To keep the service confidential and safe for everybody, we do not provide a drop- in service. We will offer you an appointment at a time and place that is safe for you.

DO I HAVE TO PAY?
No. All our services are free.

WILL ANYONE KNOW I HAVE CONTACTED YOU?
Our service is completely confidential. We will not contact anyone about you, or on your behalf, without your permission.

HOW LONG CAN I USE THE SERVICE?
For as long as you need to, there is no time limit.

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Training Course: “Domestic Violence: It's Everyone’s Business”

Disclosure and referral training

A two day training course on identifying and responding to women experiencing domestic violence.

NEXT TRAINING COURSE
Sligo 29/30 Sept’10
email – infodvas@eircom.net for further information.
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Send us a message - (that cannot be traced)

This is a safe, secure untraceable way to contact us-
or phone between 10.00am & 5.00pm Monday to Friday.
Phone: 071 91 41515
Phone: 071 96 16844
Fax: 071 91 40842

WORRIED ABOUT SOMEONE?

Worried about someone ?
If you suspect a woman is experiencing domestic violence – HELP HER TELL!


News & Recent Posts

PRESS RELEASE – Demand for refuge never higher, but women in Sligo still have no place to go.

The Domestic Violence Advocacy Service, has expressed concern about the numbers of women seeking refuge who have to return home to abusive husbands or partners because there is nowhere for them to go. The service, which provides services to women experiencing domestic violence living in Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan, received 11 requests in June from women seeking to leave their homes to access safety. Five women returned home to face further violence and abuse because DVAS were unable to access any safe or suitable accommodation for them. In one case, a woman experiencing ongoing physical violence, asked DVAS to find her a place in a refuge. The only refuge space available on the day was in the South East of the country and the woman had to return home to her husband who is daily increasing his threats and violence.

Training Course: “Domestic Violence: It's Everyone’s Business”

A two day training course on identifying and responding to women experiencing domestic violence.

NEXT TRAINING COURSE
Sligo 29/30 Sept’10
email – infodvas@eircom.net for further information.
Read More…


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Relationship Checklist

A quick and easy check list for the signs of an abusive relationship.