Standing Tall Against Domestic Abuse in Torbay 

– 16 Days of Action

In 2021 organisations and members of the general public made a stand against domestic abuse in Torbay.

Over 16 Days of Action the Bay’s partnership of local community groups and organisations Standing Tall raised awareness of the issue.

Chair of the Standing Tall Partnership Angie Manning said, “There are many organisations and residents across the Bay who wanted to make a stand against domestic abuse and sexual violence and they wanted to let people know that there was help and support available.

“This is the first time that so many of us have come together to get the message out to our communities. We toured a sofa in Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham with counsellors and members of the Standing Tall team. We launched an awareness raising video, projected local organisations logos and helpline numbers on the Church opposite Brixham Town Hall; held interviews with organisations that support victims of domestic abuse on Riviera FM and highlighted the link between domestic abuse and animal abuse during a brisk dog walk across the seafront.

“The video shows the range of organisations that are working alongside Torbay Council across our three towns.”

“The help and support that victims might want may come in many different forms. They may need help with legal advice, court appearances, practical help for themselves and their children, peer support or counselling and therapy. There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to getting help.”

“Standing Tall aims to provide a range of services that understand domestic abuse and sexual violence and the impact this has on an individual and their family. We can help find the support people need”.

For more information telephone the Torbay Community Helpline on 01803 446022 (10:00am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday and 9:30am to 12:30 on Saturday)