Jetrsey vets trained to recognise domestic abuse
It has now been confirmed that £5,400 has been allocated by the government to deliver the programme, which will be run by the UK charity, the Links Group.The group specialises in raising awareness of the connections between abuse of people and animals.The funding will cover online and in-person sessions for all veterinary staff – including vets, nurses, students, and receptionists. Pam Aubert, chief executive of the JSPCA, said the organisation is "excited" to be part of this really important initiative."We are there for the animals, but we also are there for the people - we have to be for both," she said.Social workers and related professionals will also be invited to take part.Training will begin with an online module this month, followed by in-person sessions in September. Topics will include how to identify abuse, recognise injuries that may be non-accidental, and understand the legal and safeguarding frameworks in place.Two full-day training events will be held to minimise disruption to practices.
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