The City of Edinburgh Council is taking part in a new, multi-agency campaign to highlight the range of support that is available to the victims of domestic violence.
The launch is part of a wider initiative called Speak Up Speak Out that was launched last month and aims to get victims of all forms of harm to come forward and seek help.
The campaign recognises that anyone can be a victim of domestic violence, but initially it is focused primarily on women and children, who are seen as public protection priorities.
"There are a shocking 5,500 reported cases of domestic abuse in Edinburgh each year, but we know that the real figure is likely to be significantly higher, once you add in all the incidences which go un-reported,” said Councillor Cammy Day, Vice Convener of Health, Social Care and Housing.
"Nobody should have to suffer domestic abuse, whatever form it takes. With this campaign, we are reaching out to women and children affected by domestic abuse, or anyone who has concerns about others who are being harmed in this way, urging them to Speak up and Speak out.”
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