Central Bedfordshire Council’s (CBC) Authentic Voice Panel ensures the voices of survivors are heard

CBC are inviting individuals with personal experience of domestic abuse to join their Authentic Voice Panel (AVP).

CBC Domestic Abuse

The panel brings together residents of Central Bedfordshire who have lived through domestic abuse, aiming to use their experiences to improve the local response for those seeking support.

Run by the Council’s Domestic Abuse team, the panel ensures that the voice of survivors is embedded when developing new processes and services. The insights provided by the panel could lead to changes that may ultimately be lifesaving for others facing domestic abuse.

All panel members are offered specialist, independent support, provided by the Victim Support Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) service. Find out more about the Authentic Voice Panel.

The closing date for expressions of interest is Sunday 13 April 2025. To find out more or to submit an expression of interest, please email: authentic.voice@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

I want to be involved, but I can’t join the panel

For anyone who would like to contribute but cannot commit to joining the panel, there is an option to sign up for a mailing list to stay informed about local surveys and other opportunities to get involved.

To find out more, please email: authentic.voice@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk