Domestic abuse charity’s campaign

A Lincolnshire domestic abuse charity has launched a new campaign ahead of the forthcoming men’s football World Cup.

End Domestic Abuse in Lincolnshire (EDAN) has teamed up with the Lady Imps Supporters Association at Lincoln City Football Club to raise awareness.

They’ve also announced a ’16 Days of Action’ campaign from November 25 to December 10.

“Data has shown particularly, that when there is a significant football game or tournament, reports and incidents of domestic abuse rise,” a spokesman for the charity said. “Football is not responsible for people’s actions nor does it encourage or condone abuse of any kind, it’s a sport many of us enjoy.

“As a domestic abuse charity we know many perpetrators will use various excuses and tactics and not take responsibility for their actions or emotions.

“EDAN Lincs offers advice and help to anyone that has been impacted by domestic abuse; through our outreach service and our emergency refuge accommodation, offering support to men or women, with or without children, who are suffering or have suffered domestic abuse.

“We are excited to work together with Lady Imps to stand together against domestic abuse raising awareness and promoting our charity’s work.”