What
they say

He returned from CARA and we had a long discussion about it and things are feeling a lot better. We both spoke about what needs to change and how we can change it. I think he took the course really positively.

Victim

Many survivors do not want to go to court, they just want the abuse to stop and this evaluation shows that CARA can provide an effective alternative to court for first-time offenders

Nicola Lloyd

Neighbourhood Justice Manager for West Midlands Police on CARA evaluation by the University of Birmingham

I know that I shouldn't have done what I did; she would have been scared. I won't go down that path again.

Offender

It has changed in a good way. He has changed the way he talks to me and his body language. I'm happy our friendship is going well now.

Victim

I've learned I need to take responsibility for managing my own emotions and feelings.

Offender

Yes CARA has had a big impact, he is being very positive in the way he thinks and he has said that he is trying to think before he speaks or reacts to situations."

Victim

His behaviour has been so much better. I asked him to leave several times before CARA and he never would. Following CARA, I have got what I wanted and he is now not living with me and I am happy with the outcome.

Victim

He returned having enjoyed the course and has been given loads of info. At the time of the original incident, he was mixing a grief process that he was experiencing with alcohol and accepts that that is not a healthy combination. The course has not only helped him, but also me. There should be more courses like it. Thank you.

Victim

I do believe that Project CARA could have an even wider effect if it were rolled out to all forces. We must be brave and innovative and seek to exploit the potential of Project CARA.

Dr Alison Heydari

Metropolitan Police Commander

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