CWASU | CHILD & WOMAN ABUSE STUDIES UNIT

Recent publications

Non contact sexual offences

New research on sexual exposure including cyberflashing from the Child and Woman Abuse Studies Unit New research from CWASU and Durham University shows how non-contact sexual offences are shaping women’s lives and limiting their freedom. This Briefing presents findings from the largest representative UK survey to date on
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Project BrightLight findings Report

Project Bright Light, which took place between January and May 2025, aimed to lay the foundation for radically improving the police response to domestic abuse. It applied the ‘six Pillar’ methodological approach established by Operation Soteria. This involved close police-academic co-production to collect, analyse and interpret a range of data
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On the Cusp of Systems Change

On the Cusp of Systems Change The Safe & Together London Partnership project evaluation – Years 3/4 Our report presents evaluation findings from Years 3/4 of the London Partnership Model (LPM) implementing Safe & Together across six London boroughs. It draws on multiple data sources, including: interviews and action learning
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8 Mar 2026

Short courses 2026

Short Courses Our core modules are also available to take as short courses. These are particularly useful if you are considering doing the MA but want to get a taste of what we offer, or if you don’t meet the entry requirements for the MA, successful completion of a short
6 May 2025

MA in Woman and Child Abuse

MA woman and child abuse_flyer Supported by the internationally renowned Child and Woman Abuse Studies Unit, the Master’s in Woman and Child Abuse provides a solid grounding in theoretical frameworks, policy and practice approaches. The course is ideal for those who are working in specialised

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This course will provide you with a comprehensive grounding in woman and child abuse studies, including theory, research, policy and practice.

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Reflecting the work of CWASU, our short courses focus on what we know about the different forms of abuse.