2nd North West Trans and Non-Binary Domestic Abuse Conference 2026
About this Event
2nd North West Trans and Non-Binary Domestic Abuse Conference 2026
Join us in person for the 2nd North West Trans and Non-Binary Domestic Abuse Conference in 2026! This event is all about creating a safe space to discuss, learn, and support those affected. Expect engaging talks, community vibes, and new connections. Don’t miss out on this important gathering focused on awareness and change. See you there!
Expectations for Attendees
This event is designed to support learning and professional development relating to trans and non-binary survivors of domestic abuse.
Attendees are expected to contribute constructively and respectfully. The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry to or remove individuals whose behaviour is disruptive, intimidating, discriminatory or contrary to the aims of the conference.
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Registration, refreshments and networking
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Host: Debbie Cannon - Lead, Trans Without Abuse
🕑: 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM
Research and Insights into the Experiences of Trans and Non-Binary Survivors
Host: Melissa Dee - COO, Loving Me
🕑: 10:40 AM - 10:45 AM
Comfort Break
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:20 AM
Honour-Based Abuse and the Intersections with Trans and Non-Binary Identities
Host: Afrah Qassim, CEO, SAVERA UK
🕑: 11:20 AM - 11:35 AM
Refreshment break
🕑: 11:35 AM - 12:00 PM
Reclaiming Domestic Abuse Recovery - Centering LGBTIQ+ Survivor Experiences
Host: Lorn Flutter, Researcher STAR Support & Outside Project
Info: orn Flutter, Researcher at STAR Support and The Outside Project, will present findings from the community-led research report, Reclaiming Domestic Abuse Recovery: Centring LGBTIQ+ Survivor Experiences. The presentation will explore survivors’ perspectives on recovery and their preferences around support, offering reflections on the approaches needed to support LGBTIQ+ survivors of domestic abuse.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
Inclusive Trans Support Post-EHRC Guidance and SC Ruling
Host: Professor Stephen Whittle OBE
🕑: 01:45 PM - 01:50 PM
Comfort Break
🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:10 PM
Trans Without Abuse: Learning, Development and Emerging Practice
Host: Debbie Cannon, Lead, Trans Without Abuse
🕑: 02:10 PM - 02:25 PM
Refreshment Break
🕑: 02:25 PM - 03:10 PM
Panel Discussion: Where Do We Go From Here?
Info: Strengthening Support for Trans and Non-Binary Survivors
Chair: Debbie Cannon
Panel: Professor Stephen Whittle OBE, Amanda Elwen, Melissa Dee, Saskia Lightburn-Ritchie
🕑: 03:10 PM - 03:15 PM
Comfort Break
🕑: 03:15 PM - 03:45 PM
Closing Keynote
Host: Saskia Lightburn-Ritchie, CEO, My CWA
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:00 PM
Reflections, Audience actions and close
Host: Debbie Cannon, Lead, Trans Without Abuse
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
A chance to network and reflect on the days events.
Where is it happening?
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