Police in Staffordshire are training hairdressers and beauty salon staff to help identify the signs of domestic abuse, a move aimed at improving support for victims.
The training emphasizes recognizing the signs of abuse, such as injuries or behavioral changes in clients, and offers guidance on how to respond appropriately. Hairdressers and beauty therapists, who often build close relationships with their clients, may be in a unique position to notice these signs. Many women, in particular, confide in their hairdressers and therapists in ways they might not with anyone else.
Given that salons and beauty treatment spaces are often seen as safe, relaxing environments, they can serve as a vital place for victims to seek help. Officers are encouraging local businesses to participate in the training, which is offered online and takes approximately 20 minutes to complete.
The training, titled “Behind the Mask,” consists of three short videos, and upon completion, participants will receive a certificate to display in their salon. Additionally, salons will be provided with a support book containing contact information for specialist services that can offer further help to clients.
Inspector Karen Cooke, who leads Staffordshire’s violence against women and girls initiatives, explained, “This training is not about intervening directly but suggesting the services of those specially trained to help in an informed and meaningful way. A listening ear and a kind word may change or save someone’s life.”
By empowering salon staff to recognize the signs of abuse and providing them with the tools to support victims, this initiative aims to make a meaningful difference in tackling domestic violence across the region.
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