This article presents findings from the first stage of a study that draws upon a qualitative and participative research methodology in order to investigate the experiences and perspectives of children and young people who have been exposed to domestic violence. The main purpose of the first stage of this study was not to gather data on the participants' experiences, but to initiate a dialogue regarding the nature and modalities of the study. Involving children and young people at the early stages of the research process would help the research team to conduct research “with” and “for” children and young people. The data were gathered through three focus groups, which involved 20 participants aged between 6 and 15 years old, and the research findings highlight the main reasons justifying the importance of developing research that gives a voice to children and young people living with domestic violence.