A Brixton woman has helped to deliver hundreds of shoeboxes filled with gifts to women staying in domestic violence refuges this Christmas.

A Croydon man who throttled his partner until she was unconscious, gagged her and then tied her hands has been

“My husband held a pillow over my head – his violence was always directed above my shoulders. “He slammed my

Domestic abuse offenders should be listed on a national register, according to Croydon Council. Council members have launched a petition

Lambeth women have the most dangerous home lives of any borough in south-west London, reveal exclusive figures obtained by SW

The Gaia Centre in Lambeth is tackling the shocking statistics that two women in the UK are killed each week

By Jas Bahia Domestic abuse charities and women’s groups in Croydon are expecting an increase in reports of violence during

Summary: In the UK, two women a week are killed by a partner or an ex. Image: By Margarita Mitchel

Summary: Jo Keogh was recognised in the Queen’s honours list at the weekend By SWLondoner staff Community leaders have praised

Summary: One in three victims of domestic abuse are men. By SWLondoner staff A week-long campaign to help men who

Summary: Addressing violence against women and girls is a key priority for the council. Image: By SWLondoner staff Abusive teenage