Males Actively Seeking Change
Merseyside Domestic Violence & Stalking Service have brought their many years of experience working with the victims of domestic abuse to the design and delivery of the MASC programme. This is the only voluntary programme for the ‘non-convicted’ and ‘convicted’ male perpetrators of domestic violence in Liverpool and surrounding areas. It has been well received by both participants and professionals. Our programmes in St Helens are delivered in partnership with Change Grow Live (CGL) which opens a wealth of resources and additional services for our men, such as Addiction Programmes, Family Therapy, Counselling and much more. We are very proud of this service and the outcomes it achieves
Our group sessions run at least 3 times a week with flexible times across Liverpool and St Helens in a relaxed and informal environment
If you want to refer yourself or you are a family member or a friend of someone you are worried about please call
Ayla on 07802722703
If you are a professional and would like more information or would like to make a referral to the service please call
Ayla on 07802722703 or email info@mdvs.org
Click on the link below for our service poster.
There have been excellent outcomes for the participants of the programme, victims of domestic violence and their families.
For example:
- 91% of families worked with had reduced levels of domestic violence
- 87% had their assessed risk level downgraded
- 73% of ex/partners said that abuse had decreased and their safety had increased.
Participants in the programme have seen decreased anxiety and anger, and increased health and wellbeing.
Productive relationships between MDVS and key partner agencies, such as Children’s Services and Merseyside Police, have meant that more perpetrators have accessed the programme year-on-year, meaning that more families have had reduced effects of domestic violence and increased safety. These relationships have also enabled MDVS to report on participants’ progress and receive updates on their outcomes.
“During the course I have learnt to look at my own behaviour in conflict situation. Empathy was a massive thing I’ve learnt and understanding my partners needs!”
Through a variety of actions, MDVS have raised awareness of both the MASC programme and the effects of domestic abuse. They are actively involved in the local strategy group (VAWG), and work with many organisations, including community fire stations, Liverpool city safe, Addaction and Compass.
“My son has stopped stuttering, I think its because I don’t shout anymore!”
Throughout the project, MDVS have continued to develop the MASC programme, responding to needs identified by both participants and partner agencies. Review of the programme in the local context has shown a significant gap in programmes such as this. This had led to the development of an Integrated Safety Service. For this we work jointly with Change Grow Live (CGL) www.changegrowlive.org to deliver a package of support and services to our men. This includes access to counsellors, addition services, group therapy and family therapy.
“It’s been very emotional and I know now of the abuse I caused and my role in all the problems we had. My future is brighter now!!”
