Hosted by the Lady Mayoress Florence King, this event aims to raise awareness of the magnitude of domestic abuse, the costs and risks to business, and encourage the implementation of robust protective polices.

A panel of speakers will address this crucial issue before opening up to a discussion.

What is domestic abuse? (10 mins) • Susan Bright, CEO, Employers Initiative on Domestic Abuse (EIDA)

What is the cost of domestic abuse and risk to business? (15 mins) • EIDA

Survivor story (20 mins) • Personal story from Sam Beckinsale

Why is this a Risk and CSR concern? (10 mins)

What can you do/Call to action? (15mins) • Sarah Brown, We Thrive