Ahead of the #GeneralElection we are calling for the next government to:
1. Improve the systems for survivors of domestic abuse
2. Invest in specialist domestic abuse services.
3. Make the country safer for women and girls.
Add your name to our open letter campaign.refuge.org.uk/page/150595/pe…

Today, we're launching our #GeneralElection Manifesto. Economic abuse perpetrators are devastating the lives of 1 in 5 UK women. It's time for 𝐚𝐥𝐥 political parties to commit to change.

Read more about our solutions & join us as we call for action⬇️
survivingeconomicabuse.org/what-we-do/pol…

The scale of Black femicide is staggering

We spoke to PA Media about Black women being consistently failed by the inadequate systemic response to the violence they experience

Urgent change is only achievable if institutionalised racism and sexism are tackled

independent.co.uk/news/uk/london…

🚨👇Prison early release:
- Domestic Abuse Commissioner “prioritising overcrowding over victims”
- Refuge & others call for exemptions
- Charlie Taylor “high risk” offenders in release “net”
- President@Prison Governors’ Association - no more prisoners from court “within weeks”
news.sky.com/story/prisoner…

NEW: An early release prisoner scheme from the perspective of ‘Chris’, who was serving a sentence for GBH, released just weeks ago🎥

- “Staff didn’t really know what was going on”

- “Mix up” with system

- His family given wrong release date

Refuge alongside 14 other #VAWG organisations are calling for the government to ensure that perpetrators of #DomesticAbuse won't be included within the controversial prison early release scheme, which could see prisoners being released up to 70 days early
refuge.org.uk/news/refuge-co…

Our Lifeline and @refugecharity partnership mural in the making! Painted by the talented 7thpencil at Leake Street Arches. Find out more about our work here: spr.ly/LifelineAndRef…

Abuse doesn’t have to be physical for it to cause harm. #EmotionalAbuse can be extremely hard to recognise but if you have concerns you want to talk about, our Helpline team are here to listen and provide confidential support: bit.ly/33OYW73

No means no, if you find your partner continually breaks your boundaries, ignores your feelings and convinces you it’s not a big deal it may be a sign of #DomesticAbuse . Our Helpline team are here 24/7 on 0808 2000 247 or contact us online: nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Your story is powerful, make an impact by sharing your story as part of our art installation with @peoplespicture to ensure survivors know they aren’t alone.
You can share an image of yourself or something abstract to feature in the mosaic: thepeoplespicture.com/refuge/

From 10am to 6pm Monday to Friday you can speak to one of our expert helpline team using a #BSL interpreter. If you’re scared of your partner, you are not alone – we are here to provide confidential support or just to listen: bit.ly/3pMu8AA

We will never tell you what to do. We are here to offer confidential and independent support, 24 hours a day. Call on 0808 2000 247 or contact us online: bit.ly/33OYW73

It's vital that support for survivors of #DomesticAbuse and ending violence against women and girls in the upcoming #GeneralElection are prioritised by the next government.
Watch this space for our own manifesto focused on tackling domestic abuse.

Scared of your partner or nervous – if you aren’t sure who to talk to, talk to us. Our helpline team are here to listen and provide confidential support and information 24 hours a day on 0808 2000 247, or find support online: bit.ly/33OYW73

There are many reasons to #RunforRefuge ... the support of Toffee in our cheer squad is just one of them 🐶 #HackneyHalf
Use your place in any challenge to join Team Refuge here > refuge.org.uk/already-have-a…

Thousands of migrant victim-survivors of domestic violence face a stark choice between remaining trapped in abuse and destitution and deportation.

Help us challenge the government's failure to protect migrant victim-survivors and donate now 👇
crowdjustice.com/case/help-us-p…

🌟 Join us in the #Push4Change campaign to end #HonourBasedAbuse . Together, let's advocate for a statutory definition, ensuring recognition and support for victims. It's time to break the silence and make a lasting impact. #Push4Change karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/curr…

🚨NEWS: UK's data watchdog urged to investigate Met Police's 'likely unlawful' use of private facial recognition platform, PimEyes.

This 'stalkerware' scrapes images of the public, including children, from the internet without our consent.

Read⤵️
inews.co.uk/news/met-polic…

Together with @peoplespicture we’re ensuring all survivors feel seen, heard and believed. We’re asking all supporters to get involved with our art installation to show survivors they are not alone. Submit a photo that represents you >> thepeoplespicture.com/refuge/

Congratulations to everyone who took on the #HackneyHalf today!! We are so incredibly grateful for all your support 🙌💖