Victim Support NI is the leading charity supporting all victims of crime in Northern Ireland.
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Victim Support NI urgently needs volunteers in the Derry and Strabane council area to support victims and witnesses of crime in court.
Full training is provided and all out-of-pocket expenses are reimbursed.
Find out more or apply at victimsupportni.com/voluntee…
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Hear more from some of the architects of the new policing arrangements as part of the Board and @PoliceServiceNI's 25th anniversary events.
Register for our In Conversation livestream by emailing [email protected]
As part of Hate Crime Awareness Week 2026, Victim Support NI and the Hate Crime Advocacy Service brought stakeholders together at the Accidental Theatre on 15 October to explore the impact of hate crime and the role restorative justice can play in addressing harm.
The discussion was brought to life through Offside, a play written and performed by Hollow Reed Theatre. Developed in collaboration with Victim Support NI, NI Alternatives and Community Restorative Justice Ireland, the production drew on months of shared expertise and experience to create a thought-provoking performance that challenged perspectives and encouraged meaningful conversation.
Thank you to our speakers, partners and everyone who joined us for this important event!
#HCAW2026 #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #HateCrime #RestorativeJustice
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Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has announced how a new right to 10 days’ paid Safe Leave will operate for victims and survivors of domestic abuse, as part of her Good Jobs agenda.
🔗 economy-ni.gov.uk/news/archi…
@unisontheunion @LRA_NIreland @WomensAidNI @LawCentreNI @WRDA_team
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The Information and Communications Unit has published the 2026/27 Quarter 2 statistics bulletin. It shows that between April and September this year, the Office received 1523 complaints - a 2% decrease on the same period last year. policeombudsman.org/statisti…
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🚨Watch out for the latest scams shared by users and spotted by our team:
‼️ The 'Hi mum' scam text is yet again doing the rounds
‼️ Scammers impersonating banks and other organisations
‼️ Scam apps discovered on Google Play including PayPal
which.co.uk/news/article/the…
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Since the Gillen Review, NI's justice system has been transformed.
Free legal advisers. Remote evidence centres. Stronger privacy laws. Faster processes for children. Specialist training for frontline staff.
Sir John Gillan talks about the important changes. #JusticeIsChanging
Have you been the victim of a crime? The Commissioner for Victims of Crime @CVOCNI wants to hear your experience of the criminal justice system to help make it better. Your voice matters.
Complete the survey here: cvocni.org/victim-survey
This week is is Domestic Abuse Awareness Week. Whether you're experiencing abuse, worried about someone you know, or simply looking for information about healthy relationships and coercive control, support is available.
Victim Support NI is available Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. The Domestic & Sexual Abuse Helpline operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0808 802 1414, providing confidential support whenever it is needed most.
#DomesticAbuseAwarenessWeek #VictimSupportNI
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There are increased penalties for breaches of anonymity laws. #JusticeIsChanging
More here: justice-ni.gov.uk/topics/gil…
ALT Department of Justice awareness graphic on anonymity protections for victims of serious sexual offences. The design features a large purple speech bubble containing the message: “Victims of serious sexual offences now have anonymity protection extended to 25 years after death, with tougher penalties for breaching it.” Beside the quote, text states: “Your privacy matters, and the law will defend it. These protections put victims’ dignity at the heart of the justice system.” The graphic includes the slogan “Justice is Changing,” the Department of Justice logo, and the message: “You have choices. We’re here to support them.” At the bottom, the Department’s tagline reads: “Working together for fairness, justice and safety.”
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Tired of constant scam calls?
Unfortunately, the problem isn't going away.
But you don’t need extra apps or technical know-how to fight back. Your phone already has features designed to stop them 👇
which.co.uk/news/article/how…
ALT A person stands in a kitchen, talking on a smartphone with a concerned expression. The text reads, "How to screen calls on your iPhone, Android phone and landline to avoid scammers" with the Which? logo.
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The Commissioner Designate for Victims of Crime has welcomed the announcement that Sir John Gillen has been appointed to conduct a review of the trials of fact process.
Through @HCASNI, delivered in partnership with The Rainbow Project, we provide free, confidential support to those affected by LGBTQ+ hate crime. If you or someone you know needs support, you are not alone. We are here to listen, support and advocate. #HateCrime
There’s no “right way” to feel after a crime. Trauma is different for everyone.
We offer emotional support appointments to help you process what you’ve experienced.#TraumaSupport #VictimSupportNI #ItsOkayToAskForHelp
We are currently recruiting volunteers for our Witness Service in Craigavon, Enniskillen and Dungannon. For more information, contact [email protected] or head to our website to apply now! #VolunteerOpportunity #VictimSupportNI #Craigavon #Enniskillen #Dungannon
Our CSOLA service provides specialist legal advice, advocacy, and support for young victims of sexual crime. If you have been the victim of a serious sexual offence, you can email us at [email protected].
#supportingchildren #sexualoffences #childrenandyoungpeople
Can you spare some time to help others? We urgently need volunteers in Derry and Strabane to support victims of crime. Full training provided. Find out more: https://http://http://http://victimsupportni.com/voluntee… #VolunteerNI #VictimSupportNI
We're looking forward to joining @wearehourglass_ in Lisburn this evening for the launch of its Northern Ireland office and a first look at its Northern Ireland manifesto.
Abuse in later life too often goes unrecognised, leaving older people without the support they need. Hourglass’ growing presence in Northern Ireland is an opportunity to strengthen specialist support and ensure older people’s experiences inform political decisions.
wearehourglass.org/abuse-old…
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⚠️ Report Fraud is urging the public to stay alert to telephone scams that spoof Caller ID, following a rise in reports of fraudsters posing as police officers.
❌ The police will never call asking you to transfer money, or share personal/financial info
📞 Unsure if it's really the police calling you? Contact the police on 101 to check.
⛔ Don’t trust the Caller ID display on your phone – it’s not proof of ID.
Find out more: cityoflondon.police.uk/news/…
This TedX talk from Professor Jane Monckton-Smith explains her 8 part homicide timeline, and how coercive control can play a part in creating abusive relationships with potentially fatal consequences.
Learn more about the behaviours to watch out for: bit.ly/4cDpXk5
