I am both a practising veterinary surgeon and independent social worker. I studied law, then later social work, before qualifying as a veterinary surgeon. I am now bringing together these disciplines in my work with both people and animals.
I work as an out of hours veterinary surgeon. I also continue to act as an expert witness social worker, undertaking assessments and providing professional evidence on complex safeguarding matters in children and families cases. I have a particular interest in the link between animal abuse and harm to humans. I am passionate about improving collaboration between veterinary, social care and safeguarding professionals, and ensuring thatand ensuring that concerns relating to animals are recognised as an important part of understanding risk and vulnerability within families.
What Our Attendees Say
The speaker's presentation was incredibly impactful. It truly opened my eyes to the importance of recognising and addressing the link between animal and human abuse. The Links Group's mission is now something I deeply support.
‘Whilst the sharing of real scenarios from survivors' experiences was confronting and difficult to hear, it really cemented the knowledge and research you were providing’.
Attending this event was a game-changer for me. The insights shared by the speaker were both enlightening and motivating. I left feeling empowered to make a difference in my community.
