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Support, safety & advocacy for victim-survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence & stalking. We offer training, support services & we are hiring! Link 🌳 https://linktr.ee/auroranewdawn

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · Mar 25

NEWS: On 31st March 2025 @ 09:00

We are launching the first #ArmedForces helpline for victims of:

#DomesticAbuse
#SexualViolence
#Stalking

Available for UK forces personnel and their families, including those deployed abroad.

With thanks to @armybenevolentfund.bsky.social
& AFCFT

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 1h

We stand together for safety, justice, and change.

#VAWG #RoshniBirmingham #EndGenderBasedViolence #CommunitiesTogether #TogetherForChange

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 1h

Black, minoritised, and migrant women deserve to feel safe in their communities.

Aurora New Dawn, along with a coalition of over 72 Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) organisations is calling for urgent, united action to address the rise in hate incidents and violence against women and girls.

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 1d

The Aurora New Dawn merchandise shop launches soon!

Show your support for our work, and tell the world you stand against violence and abuse

Check back regularly for updates 👉 buff.ly/BCPR8l1

#WeBelieveYou #TeamAurora

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 1d

If you are an Armed Forces personnel or family member and have experienced domestic abuse, sexual violence or stalking, our free, independent Armed Forces helpline is here to help ➡️ buff.ly/s9dA0uU

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 1d

It's great to see this support from the top, and we commend the bravery of those who have come forward. There is no place for these behaviours in the Armed Forces.

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 1d

Defence Secretary John Healey has described allegations of sexual abuse faced by recruits in the UK military as "shocking" and pledged that those coming forward will have the support they need to share their stories ➡️ buff.ly/IlKNsf3

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 1d

We recently spoke to BBC South Today and BBC Radio Cumbria about our Armed Forces helpline and the support available for victims.

We’re pleased to see changes happening but there is a long way still to go. Read more here buff.ly/L5nADA7

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 1d

Our thoughts are with the family of Jaysley Beck, four years after Jaysley took her own life after she was sexually assaulted by a former sergeant major who has now been jailed.

"Real change needs to happen now. Real change needed to happen after my daughter’s passing."

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 2d

It has been a little over a month since we held our first conference at Aurora – Joining Forces Against VAWG, Independent but Alongside.

Here, our CEO Dr Shonagh Dillon shares reflections from the event ➡️ buff.ly/6raUvKW

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 2d

Introducing our Trustees – meet Commander Chris Hillard!

From 3-7 November 2025, it’s #TrusteesWeek and we want to celebrate the invaluable contribution made by our Trustees.

Meet Chris here...

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 2d

Today marks the beginning of #TrusteesWeek and we'd like to give a huge thank you to our amazing Board of Trustees!

You help us to support and change the lives of survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking - thank you! 💜

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 5d

🚓 On the Isle of Wight? Our DVA cars will be operating tonight in your area.

Our staff will head out in police patrol cars to work alongside Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary in attending reports of domestic abuse.

#TeamAurora #WeBelieveYou

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 6d

Drawing on insights from survivors, frontline professionals, and specialist advocates, Invisible Battles outlines seven key principles – essential foundations for any frontline service supporting armed forces personnel and their families.

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 6d

Did you see? Back in the summer, we launched our latest report: Invisible Battles – Strengthening Advocacy and Support for the Armed Forces Community Affected by Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence, and Stalking.

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 6d

DYK? We have a specialist helpline for Armed Forces personnel and their family members who are victims and survivors of Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence or Stalking.

📞 +44 (0)333 0912 527

More info here➡️ buff.ly/eM6f9oR

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 7d

☎️ ➡️ 📱 If you need support please do contact our free, independent helpline 6 days a week on +44 (0)333 0912 527 - find more info on our website here buff.ly/nWdDi25

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 7d

challenged.

The changes needed are in their infancy and we are pleased to provide services, training, and consultancy for our Armed Forces colleagues – our ultimate aim is to provide a lasting legacy where the culture of this behaviour within the forces is deemed unacceptable by everyone...

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 7d

courage in doing so should be commended.

We fundamentally believe in listening to and prioritising the voice of victims - doing this one simple thing will ensure the many years of ingrained issues that contribute to a culture of unacceptable behaviours within armed forces communities, are...

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 7d

At Aurora we have designed bespoke and unique services to respond to Armed Forces personnel and their families who are subjected to domestic abuse, sexual violence, and stalking.

Our thoughts go out to all the victims who have come forward in this The Guardian report buff.ly/njUFLea. Their...

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 8d

Who should attend?

- HR teams and managers
- Safeguarding leads
- EDI champions
- Senior leadership teams

This course is available for booking now - contact us to find out how it could work, for your organisation, today.

ℹ️ 👉 buff.ly/O1dSH51

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 8d

We've created an online programme to equip HR professionals to:

- Understand your legal responsibilities
- Recognise and respond to Interpersonal Violence and sexual harassment
- Support colleagues safely and sensitively
- Foster a safer, survivor-centered workplace culture

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 8d

Have you heard?

From October 26, 2024, employers across the UK have had a new legal duty to prevent sexual harassment.

Is your organisation equipped for this?

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 9d

🤔 Want to help us do more of what we do?

💡 Fundraise for us!

The funding and support of local businesses and like-minded individuals helps to keep us going so that we can make a difference to those affected by issues of domestic violence and abuse.

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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 12d

🚓 Our DVA cars will be operating tonight in Portsmouth

Our staff will head out in police patrol cars to work alongside Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary in attending reports of domestic abuse.

#TeamAurora #WeBelieveYou

Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 13d

What is Stalking?

Stalking is a pattern of behaviour driven by fixation and obsession. It is unwanted by the victim, but repeated by the stalker, and can last for weeks, months or even years.

Find out more here 👉 buff.ly/hlm904I

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