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 …
Here in the UK, 1 in 4 women will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime, while 1 in 5 have experienced some type of sexual violence since the age of 16 (ONS, 2018). These numbers are tremendously troubling, indicating that every single one of us likely knows more than one woman who has experienced domestic abuse, …
In order to tackle domestic violence and sexual assault, we must engage people and organisations all throughout the UK. That’s why we’re over the moon to welcome Clear Thinking Scotland as an official partner of the UK SAYS NO MORE campaign! Clear Thinking Scotland has evolved from the growing need for quality, caring and professional counselling …
Exciting news… We’re thrilled to announce that Hafan Cymru, the Wales-based registered housing association with charitable purpose, has joined the UK SAYS NO MORE campaign as an official partner. Defined by the slogan ‘Preventing Abuse, Promoting Independence’, it’s clear that Hafan Cymru’s ethos is remarkably similar to ours, with both teams dedicated to ending abuse …
Promo Solved joins our growing network of corporate partners As ever, whilst highlighting the issue of gender-based violence during 16 Days of Activism (25th November – 10th December), we were fortunate enough to engage with many different charities, organisations and corporations with an interest in assisting the cause and raising awareness. This has led to …
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 ...
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 ...
The Home Office has announced that from 31 January 2024, victims of domestic abuse who do not have the financial means to leave their abusers will be able to apply for a one-off payment of up to £500 for essential items to help them and their children flee to safety. For the first time, victims ...
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