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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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Victoria Derbyshire show set to focus on domestic abuse

  On Monday 23 April, Victoria Derbyshire is dedicating the entirety of her live show to talking about domestic abuse, with a particular focus on refuges. This is a brilliant opportunity to bring the issue into the public eye, and will break down some of the existing myths and misconceptions which currently exist about domestic abuse refuges. As well as challenging

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Parliament says NO MORE to domestic abuse

UK SAYS NO MORE has been engaging parliamentarians on the issue of domestic abuse. Through working together we have been able to bring issues to light in both the House of Lords and the House of Commons. We have come a long way in contributing to and shaping the landmark Domestic Abuse Bill which serves

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UK SAYS NO MORE and Hestia aims to reach 5,000 Safe Spaces by end of year – as someone seeks refuge in a bank or pharmacy every day

UK SAYS NO MORE, Hestia and TSB call for more organisations to join Safe Spaces, providing refuge for domestic abuse victims across the UK in over 5,000 locations.

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New national campaign encourages victim survivors of domestic abuse to make use of ‘Safe Spaces’

A new UK-wide campaign highlights Safe Spaces in banks & pharmacies for victim-survivors of domestic abuse, offering a discreet way to seek support.

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#16DaysOfActivism Blog: Silent victims: How harm to pets reveals the truth about domestic abuse

Read Sarah's story about how harm to pets reveals the truth about domestic abuse

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