An anti-domestic violence charity has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the issue.

Domestic Violence UK, which is coordinated from Colindale, hopes it’s Inspire Hope – Be A Voice campaign will shatter the silence surrounding domestic abuse.

The campaign, which will run throughout May, includes awareness-raising and the launch of a new publication called Mutual Support Magazine.

The magazine contains articles by psychologists and therapists and it is hoped it will raise awareness about the issue.

Domestic Violence UK is a not-for-profit organisation that provides support and information to victims of domestic abuse through a website, online forum and advice telephone line.

Ayo Olaniyan, a spokesperson for Domestic Violence UK said: “We know that by the end of this week, two women will have been murdered by a current or ex-partner but because so much violence takes place on a psychological level, there is no way of knowing how many people currently live in fear in the UK today.

“Our Inspire Hope – Be A Voice campaign aims to support and encourage individuals to talk about domestic violence.

“We recognise that domestic violence comes in many forms. Not just the physical, but also emotional, psychological and sexual, and that it can be suffered by any member of society.

“The main objective of our website at www.domesticviolenceuk.org is to provide victims of domestic violence with practical advice on how to find courage to deal with their situation, and move on from emotionally abusive relationships.”