Recognising and Responding to Inter-parental Conflict and Domestic Abuse

Includes a printed copy of the Amity practice guide

24 September 2026 | 12.00-1.00pm

This practical webinar will help practitioners understand the important differences between inter-parental conflict and domestic abuse, including coercive and controlling behaviour. We will explore what to notice, how to ask safe and curious questions, and how relationship dynamics should shape the support offered to adults and children.

Rather than relying on labels or a simple checklist, the session will consider behaviour, patterns, power, fear, impact and context, building a fuller picture so that families receive support that is appropriate and safe.

The webinar will explore:

• differentiating inter-parental conflict and domestic abuse;

• patterns of power, control, fear and restriction;

• the impact of different relationship dynamics on children;

• beginning safe and sensitive conversations with parents;

• what to do when the picture is unclear;

• matching families to appropriate support and pathways;

• why relationship-focused interventions may be unsafe where domestic abuse is present.

Everyone who attends will receive a printed Amity practice guide containing key information, reflective prompts and practical guidance to support conversations and decision-making after the webinar.

Suitable for:

Professionals working across early help, family hubs, children's social care, education, health, housing, police, safeguarding, domestic abuse services and the voluntary and community sector.

BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE

Booking is essential. Select one or more sessions using the Microsoft Forms link.

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