Join the movement to support survivors in the workplace

This International Women’s Day, The Dash Charity is launching a Workplace Domestic Abuse Pledge, inviting businesses and employers across the region to commit to creating safer, more supportive workplaces for those affected by domestic abuse.

With 1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men experiencing domestic abuse in their lifetime, the workplace can be a vital space where survivors find support – or, sadly, where the signs of abuse go unnoticed. Employers have a unique opportunity to make a difference, and this pledge is the first step towards meaningful change.

What is the Workplace Domestic Abuse Pledge?

By signing The Dash Charity’s pledge, businesses and organisations commit to:

✅ Raising awareness of domestic abuse and its impact on employees.
✅ Creating a safe and supportive workplace culture where staff feel able to seek help.
✅ Providing signposting to specialist services for those affected by abuse.
✅ Encouraging leadership and HR teams to recognise and respond to domestic abuse appropriately.

Taking the next step: Training and supporting staff and volunteers

Signing the pledge is just the beginning. While it’s a strong statement of intent, real change happens through action. That’s why we make expert workplace training available to help businesses take practical steps to support employees, including:

• Domestic abuse awareness training – equipping teams with the knowledge to identify signs of abuse and respond sensitively.
• HR & leadership workshops – providing guidance on workplace policies, reasonable adjustments, and best practices.

Why does this matter?

Domestic abuse doesn’t stay at home – it follows people to work. Research shows that:
🔹 75% of domestic abuse survivors are targeted by their abuser while at work.
🔹 1 in 10 victims has had to leave their job because of domestic abuse.
🔹 Businesses lose £1.9 billion each year due to reduced productivity, absence, and staff turnover linked to domestic abuse.

By signing the pledge and taking further steps, businesses are not only supporting their employees – they are also strengthening their own workplaces, reducing absenteeism, and fostering a culture of care and inclusion.

How to sign up:

We’re calling on businesses of all sizes to join us in taking a stand against domestic abuse.

Sign the pledge today by filling out our short online form, and you’ll receive a digital badge to display your commitment.

Want to do more? Get in touch to explore our training options, and take the next step towards creating a safer, more informed workplace.

Together, we can break the silence and ensure that no-one facing domestic abuse feels alone at work.
📢 Sign the pledge now. 
For more information about our workplace training, contact us.