🚨PRE ORDERS CLOSING SOON!🚨 We’re thrilled to announce that, following previous sold-out runs, the beautiful Millie Christmas cards by the incredible @SaraONeillArt are back! Pre-orders are open NOW - but only for a limited time!⌛️ Don’t miss out: womensaidni.bigcartel.com
Women's Aid Federation Northern Ireland
@womensaidni.bsky.social
Supporting women, children & young people affected by domestic abuse. ✉️ info@womensaidni.org
Every year, Women’s Aid NI supports thousands of women, children and young people from diverse backgrounds impacted by domestic abuse. Info leaflets on our services are available in multiple languages⬇ shorturl.at/llWKK
🌟 BIG NEWS! 🌟 The incredibly talented artist & designer Sara O'Neill is raffling off some STUNNING limited-edition pieces in support of Women's Aid 💜🪡✨ (1/2)
It's crucial that stalking is seen for what it often is for many of the woman we support — a continuation of domestic abuse. Recognising this link is key to protecting victims and survivors, and ensuring they get the support they need. #StalkingAwarenessWeek
Stalking isn’t always from strangers — it can be by someone you know. Many of the women we support at Women’s Aid experience stalking from current or former partners. This behaviour is never okay, and support is available: womensaidni.org #StalkingAwarenessWeek
💬"Is he still phoning you???" For more information on accessing support visit: womensaidni.org #StalkingAwarenessWeek #DomesticAbuse #Stalking
Responsible Reporting Matters – Fermanagh Workshop Opportunity! 📝 Join Women’s Aid Federation NI for an impactful, in-person workshop based on our Responsible Reporting Matters media guidelines. 🗓️Monday 28th April ⏲️ 11am – 1pm 📍Fermanagh House, Enniskillen 🎟️Free Entry 1/3
This afternoon, we held a really engaging session with BBC News NI staff on our Responsible Reporting Matters guidelines🗣️ It was a great afternoon of learning and discussion & we’re grateful to everyone who was able to attend. Read the guidelines here👇 shorturl.at/UMsjR
Today, the CEOs of Women's Aid Federations from Northern Ireland, Scotland, England, and Wales attended a vital roundtable discussion hosted by the COVID Inquiry on the impact of domestic abuse during the pandemic 🗣 (1/2)
This #AprilFoolsDay, it's important to remember that domestic abuse is no joke. Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued in their relationship. If something doesn’t feel right, trust yourself. You are not alone, and support is available. For more info visit: womensaidni.org
On Monday, we launched the latest edition of Responsible Reporting Matters—important media guidance on covering domestic abuse and violence against women and girls 📰 Journalist @caoimheclements.bsky.social was there to capture the day—read her insightful piece here👇 tinyurl.com/5en4fexp
🎙️RESPONSBILE REPORTING MATTERS LAUNCH🎙️ Women’s Aid Federation were delighted to launch the updated version of our ‘Responsible Reporting Matters’ Media Guidelines yesterday at Queen’s University Belfast 📰 (1/3)
📣CPD - ACCREDITED TRAINING OPPORTUNITY📣 In the lead-up to International Women’s Day, Women’s Aid Federation NI are delighted to be hosting a specialised training webinar on Wednesday 5th March 🖥📝 🔗Book your place TODAY 👉 tinyurl.com/5en4fexp
TW: Sexual Abuse What can sexual abuse & violence look like, especially from someone close to you? For info on support please visit: womensaidni.org
TW: Sexual Abuse On day two of Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week it’s important to understand what sexual abuse & violence is. For information on support please visit: womensaidni.org
Today marks the start of Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week. This week we will be highlighting this important issue, so stay tuned to our channels. For info on support please visit: womensaidni.org
Today, Women’s Aid was honoured to welcome Jess Phillips MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Safeguarding & Violence Against Women & Girls, to Belfast 📸 (1/4)
The Public Prosecution Service & Women's Aid Federation NI urge domestic abuse victims & survivors to seek support and report their experiences 🗣️ Find out more 👉 shorturl.at/6zf6X
Women's Aid NI statement on the murder of Karen Cummings. For information on support please visit: womensaidni.org
Today is the last of the #16DaysofActivism 🌍 Over the past 16 days, we have shared a snapshot about the reality faced by many women & girls here in in NI. Together, we can create a safer society for all. For info on support visit: womensaidni.org
Did you know on average the PSNI receives a call about a domestic abuse incident every 16 minutes? 📞 Please know if you are experiencing domestic abuse, support services are here and ready to listen to you. For more info visit: womensaidni.org #16DaysOfActivism #DomesticAbuseAwareness
Everyone deserves to have healthy relationships with those around them🫶 The young people of the Social Action Youth (SAY) Project have developed a new website to help you have healthy relationships with others, and most importantly, with yourself. Check it out now 👉sayni.org.uk #16DaysOfActivism
Earlier this week, we published the Women's Aid NI regional statistics for 2023/24. Many women in our communities are experiencing abuse, and it’s never acceptable and never okay. For information on support visit: womensaidni.org #16DaysOfActivism #VAWG #WomensAidNI
Women’s Aid NI today have published our annual regional statistics. They show a snapshot of the reality for thousands of women across Northern Ireland who have experienced violence, often in their own homes. For info on accessing support please visit: womensaidni.org