Wessex Women and Girls Network: Violence Against Women and Girls Webinar

Date: Tuesday 25 November 2025

Time: 12 - 1pm

Location: Online

Join us for a powerful and educational webinar in recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. We are bringing together leading voices to explore how research, healthcare, and frontline practice can drive meaningful change to end violence against women and girls in all its forms.

Whether you're a researcher, healthcare professional, or practitioner working in this space, this CPD-accredited session offers a valuable opportunity to deepen your understanding and connect with others committed to eliminating violence against women.

Chaired by Professor Joanna Wakefield-Scurr, our webinar aims to explore and understand:

1. The health impact of violence, abuse and trauma against women
2. Innovative interventions and support pathways for survivors
3. The role of education and reflective practice in frontline care

We are proud to bring together leading voices to share insights, research and practical approaches that drive meaningful change:

Professor Joht Chandan

Clinical Professor of Public Health at the University of Birmingham, Professor Chandan is a leading expert in health inequalities and violence prevention. His research has shaped national and global policy, particularly through his work with the NIHR Global Health Research Group on Violence Against Women and Children and the Lancet Commission on Violence Against Women and Children. His talk will focus on understanding the health impacts of violence, abuse and trauma.

Dr Orlanda Harvey

Senior Lecturer in Social Work at Bournemouth University, Dr Harvey brings a wealth of experience in domestic violence and abuse, leadership, and reflective practice. She co-facilitates support groups for women affected by intimate partner violence and contributes to European research projects focused on perpetrator change and professional capacity-building.

Dr Louise Oliver

Senior Lecturer in Social Work at Bournemouth University, Dr Oliver’s research centres on violence against women and girls, with a particular focus on domestic abuse, child-to-parent violence, and the impact of secrecy within families. She is passionate about developing innovative teaching tools and critical reflection in social work education.