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“Was Leaving My Abusive Relationship Worth It?” (yes!)

"Was Leaving My Abusive Relationship Worth It?" (yes!)

Margaret uses her own experiences to empower other survivors to regain their sense of self-worth after domestic abuse, and is a passionate writer, activist and coach. Here, she considers her own journey in leaving an abusive relationship. I know most of you will roll your eyes, especially if you are in abusive relationship as to

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In Review: UK SAYS NO MORE Week 2018

In Review: UK SAYS NO MORE Week 2018

UK SAYS NO MORE Week 2018 (21-27 May) was an incredible week with lots of inspiring action being taken to help end domestic abuse and sexual violence, plenty of conversations happening online and offline, and some exciting partnerships announced. We want to thank each and every one of you who joined in, in whatever capacity.

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UK SAYS NO MORE partner with Modern Films

UK SAYS NO MORE partner with Modern Films

We’re delighted to welcome Modern Films as a partner of UK SAYS NO MORE, and are excited to see their film THE RAPE OF RECY TAYLOR launch in UK cinemas. Modern Films is a London-based, female-led film production, distribution and event cinema company, working with rising and established talent from around the world and bringing innovative stories

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Over 100 Parliamentarians mark UK SAYS NO MORE Week

More than 100 Parliamentarians mark UK SAYS NO MORE week by signing Charter on Prevention “We have to ensure that we stop the cycle of abuse, and education is the key. We must not shy away from discussing these issues.” – Baroness Newlove, Victim’s Comissioner and UK SAYS NO MORE champion. This year, we want

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Uber Joins UK SAYS NO MORE In Tackling Sexual Violence

We’ve partnered with Uber as part of their ongoing commitment to drive change and help us end domestic abuse and sexual violence. Using their national platform and our expertise, we’re working to make sure all drivers and riders are informed and aware, and that safety is paramount. We’re proud to partner with Uber and share this

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This is why we need to ask #WhatICanDo

Today is the first day of UK SAYS NO MORE WEEK! (21st-27th May 2018) We have a very exciting week ahead of us with some incredible opportunities for everyone get involved and say NO MORE! UK SAYS NO MORE WEEK (21st May-28th May) has created the hashtag of #WHATICANDO to create a national dialogue to

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Saying NO MORE To Domestic Abuse As A Muslim

As we enter Ramadan, a billion Muslims across the world are starting their 30 days of fasting. More than the fast, for Muslims worldwide, Ramadan is a time when we focus on ourselves and our own relationships with God. A key element of fasting is the test of “sabr” as referred to in the Quran,

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33 Legal Join UK SAYS NO MORE

In a post #MeToo world, we’re seeing our activism efforts materialise as real societal change. Those who abuse their positions of power to abuse, harass and discriminate are being called out and held accountable for their actions. Of course there is far more work to be done, but the steps taken over the past year

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UK SAYS NO MORE Week 2018: 21-27 May

UK SAYS NO MORE Week (May 21-27) is a time for everyone – individuals, non-profit and corporate organisations, communities and groups across the UK – to unite and keep the conversation going around domestic abuse and sexual violence. This year, the theme is #WhatICanDo – because each one of us can play a significant role in preventing domestic

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April 2018: News Roundup

March has focused mostly on the prevention of domestic and sexual violence as we have been reaching out to members of parliament to engage them in these issues – we’re so thankful to those MPs who have signed up to become champions of the campaign and are excited for the work we will do together! There

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UK Says No More urges victims to make use of Safe Spaces as incidents are expected to rise during Euros.

UK Says No More has joined together with high street banks and pharmacies to urge anyone at risk to access support via designated Safe Spaces found on high streets across the UK.

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NatWest marks ‘No More Week’ by opening Safe Spaces for economic and domestic abuse victims

6 March 2024 NatWest Group is announcing that starting this week it will offer Safe Spaces to people experiencing economic and domestic abuse in over 360 branches across the UK including NatWest, Ulster Bank and Royal Bank of Scotland branches.  Safe Spaces, part of Hestia’s UK Says No More campaign, are designated locations which anyone ...

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Nationwide – the UK’s biggest branch network – joins Hestia’s Safe Spaces

Nationwide – the largest branch network of any UK banking brand -– will offer Hestia’s Safe Spaces scheme to people experiencing domestic abuse across more than 400 branches across the UK. A recent poll by Nationwide shows almost half (48%) the population have experienced, or know someone who has experienced domestic abuse, with almost one ...

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