Welcome to the Isle of Wight Safeguarding Adults Board

The Isle of Wight Safeguarding Adults Board (IOWSAB) is a multi-agency partnership committee, coordinated by the local authority, which gives strategic leadership for adult safeguarding across the Isle of Wight.

Latest News

  • NEW Learning: Coercive and controlling behaviour, and  Domestic Abuse, Stalking and ‘Honour’-Based Violence

    NEW Learning: Coercive and controlling behaviour, and Domestic Abuse, Stalking and ‘Honour’-Based Violence

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  • IW SAB Learning & Development Offer 2026-27

    IW SAB Learning & Development Offer 2026-27

    Developed in partnership with colleagues across the 4LSAB region, our programme provides a range of free, online awareness sessions to support practitioners working with adults at risk. Topics include self-neglect, hoarding, exploitation, fraud and cybercrime, as well as practical guidance on when to refer concerns such as medication errors and falls as safeguarding.

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  • NEW Learning Briefing: Leonard’s Story

    NEW Learning Briefing: Leonard’s Story

    We are pleased to share the Leonard learning briefing and an accompanying short video, developed to support improved understanding and practice across the Island. This case highlighted an example of good practice that we feel is important to share widely. The resources capture the key learning points and positive professional behaviours that made a difference, particularly around professional curiosity, communication, and multi-agency working. Read the learning briefing: visit our Resources page Watch the video: visit…

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