The Highland Violence Against Women Partnership is a group of services who work together to prevent all forms of Violence Against Women, identify those affected and provide services and support that increase their safety and well-being. Importantly they also work together to challenge and hold perpetrators accountable for their behaviours.
The services involved in the partnership include NHS Highland, The Highland Council, Police Scotland, Scottish Prison Service, Crown Office & Procurator Fiscal Service, Scottish Fire & Rescue Service, 4 Women’s Aid groups, Rape and Sexual Abuse Service Highland (RASASH), Victim Support and Barnardo’s.
The Highland Violence Against Women Partnership reports to the Chief Officers Group, along with other Public Protection Groups in Highland, including the child and adult protection committees.