WORKS of art by children and adults affected by domestic abuse goes on display today (Monday) in Watford town hall.

The artworks have been created by children and adults in refuges and the Sunflower Centre in Watford.

The centre is a multi-agency partnership service for victims of domestic abuse and hate crimes.

Anne Clark, Sunflower manager, said: "The artwork is very powerful and we hope it will make everyone think about the impact of families having to leave everything and go into refuges and the time it takes to re-build their lives and their confidence - and you can see this visually through the artist's eyes.

"Domestic violence has a devastating affect on the lives of those who are subjected to it and children are often silent witnesses. With one in four women and one in six men at some point in their lives being affected by domestic abuse, the exhibition is designed to raise awareness of domestic violence, celebrate International Women's Day and show the value of creative therapies in the healing process.

"All the agencies involved in the exhibition contribute in supporting victims of domestic violence."