The Law, Domestic Abuse and the Church

The Black Church Domestic Abuse Forum (BCDAF) comprises a group of black Christians, who provide training and information to help Britain’s black majority churches address the issues of domestic abuse and violence in their congregation.

This specially convened meeting entitled, The Law, Domestic Abuse and The Church aims to provide church leaders, Ministry Leaders, Heads of Church Departments information about how recent changes in the law impacts the kind of support churches are now required to provide to members who state they are experiencing DV and abuse.

Nicole Jacobs, Britain’s first ever Domestic Abuse Commissioner, appointed by the government, is the special guest speaker.

Come and join in talks, panel discussions and a Q&A. Other contributors include

Pastor Michael White, Senior Pastor, The Tab, London

Dr Ava Kanyeredzi, Senior Lecturer, UEL and Lead Member of BCDAF

Dr Jennifer Obaseki, Family Law Expert, Obaseki Solicitors

Attendees should leave this meeting with a greater understanding of how changes in the law regarding DV and abuse effects how the church ministers to victims.

PLEASE NOTE ZOOM LINK WILL BE SENT OUT ON MORNING OF EVENT