Category: Newyddion

Being a survivor in isolation can be a lot of overwhelming things. For me, with abuse in the past, this time is not dangerous and my heart and stomach aches when I think of how privileged I am to write that and then again at the fact that I associate not being in immediate danger […]

Today, we have publicly released our letter to Deputy Minister and Chief Whip, Jane Hutt stating that we are deeply concerned that despite previous correspondence with Welsh Government, there has been no ringfenced emergency funding provided to specialist support services to meet the needs of the COVID-19 pandemic. Services providing violence against women, domestic abuse and […]

The safety of survivors and their children are the purpose of perpetrator programmes. Welsh Government’s Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for services for perpetrators of violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence has been produced to enable that. Placing an emphasis on safeguarding, this guidance exists to support practitioners to continue delivering vital services throughout these […]

If you are surviving, or have previously survived abuse, the current restrictions and changes to daily routines, activities, and other social opportunities may have a profound effect on your safety and well-being. We want to reassure you help is available. We, along with all the local specialist services in Wales, will do our utmost to […]

If you have previously survived violence or abuse, the prospect of a lockdown can be distressing. Distancing and isolation can, among other things, trigger anxiety, flashbacks and painful memories, which can have a big impact on well-being in an already stressful time. During this time of restrictions and uncertainty, it is important to prioritise your […]

Early evidence from China, as well as learning from other global pandemics, shows potential increases in Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV)[1]. This comes at a time when specialist services are also under significant strain due to staff shortages and having to adapt services to ensure they can be provided in a […]

Wrth i Lywodraeth Cymru a Llywodraeth y DU argymell bod pobl yn cadw pellter cymdeithasol ac yn hunanynysu, rydym yn gwybod y bydd hyn yn effeithio’n sylweddol ar fenywod a phlant sy’n profi trais a chamdriniaeth. Yn anffodus, nid yw cartref ac ynysu yn lloches i lawer o fenywod a phlant ledled y wlad sy’n […]

Supporting children and young people through the coronavirus pandemic In the light of the developing coronavirus pandemic, Welsh Women’s Aid is concerned about the impact on children and young people who live with violence, control and abuse. Self-isolation will shut down routes to support and safety for women and children, as social distancing will mean […]

Updated 02 April 2020 Introduction Specialist services have been taking action in light of the current and developing situation with COVID 19 and violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence (VAWDASV). Welsh Women’s Aid continues to consult with our membership to ensure we’re responding to the consistently evolving situation, and that specialist services will […]

As the UK and Welsh Government recommends that people practice social distancing and self-isolation, we know that this will significantly affect women and children experiencing violence and abuse. Unfortunately, home and isolation is not a refuge for many women and children across the country who live with the impact of abuse. For those individuals this […]

This page was last updated on 1 July 2020 In light of the current and developing situation with Coronavirus, violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence (VAWDASV) services are taking action to continue to provide the lifesaving and lifechanging support to those who need it in Wales as well as protecting survivors and staff […]

Welsh gin brand, Cygnet craft distillery have launched a collaboration with renowned charity Welsh Women’s Aid today.  Marking International Women’s Day and celebrating the 2020 hashtag #IWD2020 #EachforEqual, the premium and heritage Distillery, located in Swansea, have launched a collaboration where £1 of every single product sold online will go towards helping the charity further their […]

Ahead of the celebrations for International Women’s Day 2020, it is important to take time to reflect on the reasons why our ongoing work to end violence against women and girls is so crucial. The latest Femicide Census was released on February 20th, 2020. It reports on the number of girls and women over the […]

Today (Tuesday 3 March) the UK Government reintroduced the Domestic Abuse Bill to Parliament, while Welsh Women’s Aid welcomes the bills potential to deliver a step change in the national response to domestic abuse, almost 3 years since it was first promised we remain concerned that it could still fail to protect, support and advocate […]

The Board of Trustees at Welsh Women’s Aid are delighted to announce that Sara Kirkpatrick has been appointed to lead the federation’s work in Wales, and will take up her role from April. Sara is currently a senior manager at Respect (the UK membership organisation for domestic abuse perpetrator services and services for male victims) […]

Guest Blog by Debanjali Bhattacharjee It was Saraswati Puja this week – a day when Hindus in several parts of India and the world worship Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and arts. As several Hindu men and women seek blessings of this goddess, I take this opportunity to share a few glimpses of one of […]