‘With each story that is told, the taboo around domestic abuse weakens and the silence that surrounds it is broken, so other sufferers can know that there is hope for them and they are not alone.’ The Duchess of Cornwall. What would you want for your best friend? - This is the motto of safelives_, a UK-wide charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse. To mark their 15th Anniversary this year, The Duchess of Cornwall hosted a reception for frontline staff, professionals and survivors at clarencehouse today. The Duchess has highlighted the work of domestic abuse charities in the UK and overseas for over a decade. SafeLives’ visit to Clarence House coincides with their #ImASurvivor Valentine’s Day campaign – which reminds us that Valentine's Day can feel difficult many people.