Refuge

Let’s talk about misogynoir – the specific form of misogyny directed at Black women, particularly in online spaces. Nobody should be subject to abuse online – but research from EVAW shows that Black women are 84% more likely to receive abusive or problematic tweets than white women. In our latest podcast episode, we’re joined by a very special guest Eni Aluko, former professional footballer, and current football broadcaster, philanthropist and nominated author. Eni sits down with Refuge Youth Tech Lead Larome to unpack the online abuse faced by the Lionesses this summer, discuss new Ofcom guidance, and reflect on this year’s Black History Month theme: Standing Firm in Power and Pride. Listen now: https://brnw.ch/21wX6sN

Join us on Tuesday for our upcoming training on identifying and responding to economic abuse. In the UK, one in six adults have experienced economic abuse, yet it is the form of abuse often addressed last. From monitoring a survivors banking app to enforcing spending limits, economic abuse is an ever-growing form of abuse and control. This training will provide an introduction to economic abuse, equipping professionals with the knowledge to identify, assess, and respond to common forms of financial control. Get your tickets today - https://lnkd.in/euHKRD92

What’s Happening Behind Closed Doors? Find out how many people in your local area have reported domestic abuse, and what you can do to help. It takes just 30 seconds >> https://brnw.ch/21wX2uX

Trustees play a vital role in shaping our strategic direction and ensuring we can continue to deliver the greatest possible impact for women and children. We’re currently recruiting for new Trustees with experience in either fundraising, digital technology or people and organisational development. To find out more about the role visit https://lnkd.in/egnsMasV or for an informal conversation reach out to [email protected] at Nurole

Domestic abuse thrives in silence, help us by opening the door on it. We must start by knowing the scale of the problem. How many people in your local area have reported domestic abuse? Enter your postcode to find out your local stats >> https://brnw.ch/21wWTTL Home should be a place of safety. But for too many people, especially women and children, it can be the most dangerous. With 1 in 4 women suffering harm from their partners or ex-partners - the people they should have been able to trust the most. Did your local results surprise you?

Today, the Crime and Policing Bill has its second reading in the House of Lords.   We, alongside survivors and the VAWG sector, are calling for the introduction of a statutory definition for Honour Based Abuse, Multi-agency statutory guidance on Honour Based Abuse, and to make "honour" an aggravating feature in criminal sentencing.   #push4change #somaiyaslaw #honourbasedabuse 

Could you be one of the lucky winners?   We are thrilled to be partnering with Omaze to make safe, accessible housing a reality for more survivors than ever before.   Through this partnership, we are guaranteed £1 million – enough to provide three safe homes for women and children escaping abuse 💗   Enter the draw >> https://lnkd.in/e7AubQMm

Celebrating 10 years of Sistah Space 💛💚 Whose vital work is more urgent than ever with services far too often failing to protect and support Black women.  Their most recent research highlights the dangerous reality for Black women. Watch their film ‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ for an insight on what fleeing domestic abuse can look like for a Black woman 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/eBtkXdbA     Make a difference by supporting Sistah Space’s work 👉🏿 https://lnkd.in/eggVhama  

Specialist support isn’t just important – it’s essential. Services led by and for Black women, which recognise the cultural nuances, systemic inequalities, and intersecting forms of discrimination are critical for Black survivors of domestic abuse to feel seen, heard, and supported. At Refuge, we’re proud to work alongside teams and partners who help us centre culturally informed care and make sure resources are accessible to all. Women are welcomed into our services in a variety of languages, reflecting the diverse communities we support. On arrival, women are often invited to cook their first meal using familiar tools and ingredients. We provide dutch pots, stewing pots, cultural coffee pots and cups, and seasonings to recreate familiar dishes and feel a sense of comfort and cultural connection. Welcome packs are thoughtfully prepared for each family, and children’s books are filled with powerful and positive Black imagery. In October especially, children are encouraged to create scrapbooks celebrating Black female heroes and community figures to help foster a sense of pride and belonging. At Refuge, we use this month not just for celebration, but for recommitment – to equity, to representation, and to visibility. The message is simple: we must centre Black women in our work. We must believe them, support them, and create the conditions in which they are not just surviving, but thriving. Our latest blog is guest written by one of our service managers, you can read the full piece here: https://brnw.ch/21wWxDK