Safe Spaces
Did you know that 1 in 5 adults experience domestic abuse during their lifetime?
From this week, anyone experiencing domestic abuse can access a Safe Space in any branch of AIB in Northern Ireland.
They are open to anyone and offer a secure and private environment to look up information, phone a helpline, contact a support service or talk to a friend or family member. Launched by the domestic abuse charity Hestia Charity and its UK SAYS NO MORE campaign, the Safe Spaces scheme aims to increase the availability of specialist support for victims of domestic abuse.
Specialist training on Safe Spaces and domestic abuse awareness has been carried out by employees across all AIB branches. AIB also operates an ‘Additional Support Helpline’ 0345 646 0318 for any customers that require additional support or confidential advice during vulnerable times.
Speaking about the partnership, Brian Gillan, Head of Retail NI at AIB, said; “By providing ‘Safe Spaces’ in all our branches across Northern Ireland, together with our other support measures, we will help ensure that anyone experiencing domestic abuse has a secure and private place to seek help.”
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