by Sally Langston | Mar 9, 2023 | Latest News
by Sally Langston | Nov 23, 2023 | Latest News
Our Chief Executive, Sue Coleman reflects on the history of West Mercia Women’s Aid and shares her thoughts on White Ribbon Day and the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. “In 2022 we marked our 40th year of providing safe shelter and support for...
by Sally Langston | Nov 22, 2023 | Latest News
West Mercia Women’s Aid Training Event: Domestic Abuse Awareness for Employers This full day training session for employers will explore the impact of domestic abuse in the workplace and how to recognise – and respond to – disclosures. Run by WMWA’s...
by Amber Coates | Nov 16, 2023 | Latest News
In today’s increasingly digital world, let’s ‘Stand Up and Speak Out’ for unity. We’re all part of this interconnected world, with content accessible at the click of a button. It’s our shared responsibility to champion digital inclusion. The 13th – 17th of...
by James Dobson | Nov 15, 2023 | Newsletters
Welcome to our September 2023 Newsletter. In this month’s edition you’ll find the following articles. Event: How safe are older women in Herefordshire? Taking fundraising to new heights! Family Courts – Domestic abuse commissioner Nicole Jacobs says...
by James Dobson | Nov 15, 2023 | Newsletters
Welcome to our October 2023 Newsletter. In this month’s edition you’ll find the following articles. Making a difference through the IRIS initiative Support from Worcester Inner Wheel LEAG (Lived Experience Advisory Group) £1.5m Domestic Abuse Service for...
by Sally Langston | Oct 27, 2023 | Latest News
We are delighted to share that West Mercia Women’s Aid has become an IRIS Partner organisation. The IRIS programme is an evidence-based partnership framework through which specialist domestic abuse services train and support local GP practices in the early...
by Sally Langston | Oct 25, 2023 | Latest News
£1.5m Domestic Abuse Service for Telford & Wrekin Earlier this month we joined with our partners, Cranstoun, for the launch event of Telford and Wrekin’s new specialist Domestic Abuse Support Service. The service will provide vital support to those affected by...
by Sally Langston | Oct 9, 2023 | Latest News
We were shocked, angered and saddened to hear of this awful assault. Southall Black Sisters are a respected and valued partner to WMWA whose expertise is second to none. We send our love, support and solidarity to Selma & those affected by this terrible...
by Sally Langston | Sep 28, 2023 | Latest News
Our CEO, Sue Coleman, shares her thoughts on achieving the WAFE Quality Mark. West Mercia Women’s Aid have been awarded the Women’s Aid Federation England (WAFE) Quality Mark once again! Pictured above are Clair de Groot (Chair of our Board) myself (Sue Coleman, CEO),...
by Sally Langston | Sep 13, 2023 | Latest News
How safe are older women in Herefordshire? Herefordshire Women’s Equality Group Initiates Crucial Conversations Herefordshire Women’s Equality Group (HWEG) has embarked on a series of compelling sessions shedding light on the issue of male violence and abuse...