Thames Valley Police has launched a new support group to help colleagues affected by domestic abuse.
The group, called Empower, officially launched on August 4 and is led by colleagues with lived experience of domestic abuse.
It aims to offer a safe space for colleagues to access guidance, practical support, and connections to specialist services.
Deputy Chief Constable Ben Snuggs said: "Domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of their role or rank.
"Empower is a powerful example of colleagues using their lived experience to support others, challenge stigma, and create a culture where people feel safe to seek help.
"No victim or survivor should feel they have to face domestic abuse alone, and this group will play an important role in ensuring colleagues know where to turn for support."
The group offers practical advice, wellbeing support, and signposting to specialist domestic abuse services.
It also helps members build supportive networks with others who have shared similar experiences.
Empower works closely with Hope After Harm to help members access specialist domestic abuse support and resources.
Members of the Empower Group said: "Survivors of domestic abuse have come together with a shared purpose: to break the silence surrounding abuse within the policing community and to ensure no survivor feels alone.
"Drawing from our own lived experiences, we now proudly advocate for Empower, a police support group dedicated to supporting, encouraging, and amplifying the voices of domestic abuse survivors across the police service.
"Through courage, resilience, and honesty, we are helping to create a culture where survivors are believed, supported, and empowered to rebuild their lives."
Detective Chief Inspector Dave Woodhouse, Deputy Head of Domestic Abuse and Stalking, said: "As an organisation, we have a responsibility not only to support victims in our communities but also to support our own people.
"Empower is an important step forward, ensuring colleagues affected by domestic abuse know where to turn and have access to people who understand their experiences."
By offering a supportive environment, Empower aims to help victims and survivors feel heard, believed, and empowered to seek the help they need.
Thames Valley Police encourages anyone experiencing domestic abuse to reach out for support.
If you are in immediate danger, call 999.
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