Child Focused Court IDVA- Cheshire & Merseyside
Funding
Up to £609,957
Location
England, North West England
Applications
Open until 5 September 2026
This grant funds a Child Focused Court IDVA service in Cheshire and Merseyside. IDVA stands for Independent Domestic Violence Adviser. These advisers support victims of domestic abuse through the court process. The service focuses on private law children's cases. It aims to identify risk early and improve outcomes for children and families. Up to £609,957 is available. The deadline to apply is 5 September 2026.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must deliver IDVA services within Cheshire and Merseyside
- Must support victims in private law children's court cases
This grant is for organisations that can deliver Independent Domestic Violence Adviser services in Cheshire and Merseyside. You should have experience supporting victims of domestic abuse through court processes. It is not open to businesses outside the North West of England.
Regions
Full details from Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Merseyside
Child Focused Courts represents significant change to private law children’s cases. The model aims to improve the experience and outcomes for children and families, particularly adult and child victims of domestic abuse. It focuses on early identification of risk, increased engagement with children and bespoke support for victims, all within a streamlined court process.
Applications are managed by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Merseyside. Contact them directly to find out how to submit your application before the 5 September 2026 deadline.
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