Dr Alison Gregory
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
Independent Academic and Counsellor: Specialist Expertise in Domestic & Sexual Violence & Abuse - Researcher, Consultant, Counsellor, Trainer, Presenter & Author
Honorary Senior Research Fellow, UoB
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alison-gregory-368a0162/
Honorary Senior Research Fellow, UoB
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alison-gregory-368a0162/
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Friends and Family - Women’s Aid
The Friends and Family Handbook A handbook for friends, family members, neighbours, and colleagues of survivors. The Friends and Family Handbook provides practical support and information for anyone ...
www.womensaid.org.uk
New resource: If you are worried about a friend, family member, neighbour or colleague, who you think may be experiencing domestic abuse, this is a resource for you: www.womensaid.org.uk/information-...
It will inform and equip you, and help you to look after yourself as you offer support.
It will inform and equip you, and help you to look after yourself as you offer support.
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FREE resource for workplaces to become safe spaces for those experience #domesticviolence and #sexualviolence. Great videos!
Please repost @bright-group.bsky.social @kazjm.bsky.social @drlucypotter.bsky.social @lucyselman.bsky.social @drpoco.bsky.social @clarethomasvll.bsky.social @shobadawson.bsky.social @christiec.bsky.social @jscottuob.bsky.social @jhorwood.bsky.social safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com/en/
AXA Safe Spaces – Against domestic and sexual violence
Foster safe spaces at work by learning how to Recognize, Respond to and Refer those impacted to specialist services. Create a safe and supportive workplace where everyone can seek help.
safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com
November 12, 2025 at 11:42 AM
FREE resource for workplaces to become safe spaces for those experience #domesticviolence and #sexualviolence. Great videos!
🌟FREE RESOURCE🌟: I am delighted to announce that the Safe Spaces resource commissioned by AXA and produced by Omni is now available safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com/en/ It contains workplace training resources including some incredibly powerful interviews and dramas. Please repost. Thanks
AXA Safe Spaces – Against domestic and sexual violence
Foster safe spaces at work by learning how to Recognize, Respond to and Refer those impacted to specialist services. Create a safe and supportive workplace where everyone can seek help.
safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:42 PM
🌟FREE RESOURCE🌟: I am delighted to announce that the Safe Spaces resource commissioned by AXA and produced by Omni is now available safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com/en/ It contains workplace training resources including some incredibly powerful interviews and dramas. Please repost. Thanks
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🌟FREE RESOURCE🌟: I am delighted to announce that the Safe Spaces resource commissioned by AXA and produced by Omni is now available safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com/en/ It contains workplace training resources including some incredibly powerful interviews and dramas. Please repost. Thanks
AXA Safe Spaces – Against domestic and sexual violence
Foster safe spaces at work by learning how to Recognize, Respond to and Refer those impacted to specialist services. Create a safe and supportive workplace where everyone can seek help.
safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:15 PM
🌟FREE RESOURCE🌟: I am delighted to announce that the Safe Spaces resource commissioned by AXA and produced by Omni is now available safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com/en/ It contains workplace training resources including some incredibly powerful interviews and dramas. Please repost. Thanks
🌟FREE RESOURCE🌟: I am delighted to announce that the Safe Spaces resource commissioned by AXA and produced by Omni is now available safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com/en/ It contains workplace training resources including some incredibly powerful interviews and dramas. Please repost. Thanks
AXA Safe Spaces – Against domestic and sexual violence
Foster safe spaces at work by learning how to Recognize, Respond to and Refer those impacted to specialist services. Create a safe and supportive workplace where everyone can seek help.
safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:15 PM
🌟FREE RESOURCE🌟: I am delighted to announce that the Safe Spaces resource commissioned by AXA and produced by Omni is now available safespaces-againstviolence.axa.com/en/ It contains workplace training resources including some incredibly powerful interviews and dramas. Please repost. Thanks
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We know that some days are harder than others and processing trauma isn't always linear 🌈🏳️⚧️
If you want to speak to someone, we're here for you.
📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk
If you want to speak to someone, we're here for you.
📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk
November 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM
We know that some days are harder than others and processing trauma isn't always linear 🌈🏳️⚧️
If you want to speak to someone, we're here for you.
📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk
If you want to speak to someone, we're here for you.
📞 0800 999 5428
📧 [email protected]
💻 galop.org.uk
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Domestic abuse: nurses experience it too - new article by @dralisongregory.bsky.social Sandi Dheensa and colleagues published in British Journal of Nursing.
Highlights the higher prevalence of #DomesticAbuse among healthcare professionals and what can be done.
tinyurl.com/4ndbz78n
#Nursing #ECDV
Highlights the higher prevalence of #DomesticAbuse among healthcare professionals and what can be done.
tinyurl.com/4ndbz78n
#Nursing #ECDV
Domestic abuse: nurses experience it too - British Journal of Nursing
www.britishjournalofnursing.com
September 4, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Domestic abuse: nurses experience it too - new article by @dralisongregory.bsky.social Sandi Dheensa and colleagues published in British Journal of Nursing.
Highlights the higher prevalence of #DomesticAbuse among healthcare professionals and what can be done.
tinyurl.com/4ndbz78n
#Nursing #ECDV
Highlights the higher prevalence of #DomesticAbuse among healthcare professionals and what can be done.
tinyurl.com/4ndbz78n
#Nursing #ECDV
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
🌟 We’re looking forward to sharing our *new* research findings at the European Conference on Domestic Abuse #ECDV
ℹ️ www.ecdv2025.com
📅 Friday 5 September, 8:30–9:50
👋 Joining us in Barcelona? let’s say hi in person!
ℹ️ www.ecdv2025.com
📅 Friday 5 September, 8:30–9:50
👋 Joining us in Barcelona? let’s say hi in person!
August 21, 2025 at 2:36 PM
🌟 We’re looking forward to sharing our *new* research findings at the European Conference on Domestic Abuse #ECDV
ℹ️ www.ecdv2025.com
📅 Friday 5 September, 8:30–9:50
👋 Joining us in Barcelona? let’s say hi in person!
ℹ️ www.ecdv2025.com
📅 Friday 5 September, 8:30–9:50
👋 Joining us in Barcelona? let’s say hi in person!
Domestic abuse: nurses experience it too
Our comment piece for the British Journal of Nursing is out now in hard copy and online here: www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1...
In the article we mention the NAMED study rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro... funded by @rcnfoundation.bsky.social
Our comment piece for the British Journal of Nursing is out now in hard copy and online here: www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1...
In the article we mention the NAMED study rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro... funded by @rcnfoundation.bsky.social
Domestic abuse: nurses experience it too | British Journal of Nursing
www.magonlinelibrary.com
August 21, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Domestic abuse: nurses experience it too
Our comment piece for the British Journal of Nursing is out now in hard copy and online here: www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1...
In the article we mention the NAMED study rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro... funded by @rcnfoundation.bsky.social
Our comment piece for the British Journal of Nursing is out now in hard copy and online here: www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1...
In the article we mention the NAMED study rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro... funded by @rcnfoundation.bsky.social
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
A study funded by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) has led to the creation of a new Friends and Family Handbook, offering vital guidance for those supporting someone who may be experiencing domestic abuse: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/new-han...
#PrimaryCare #Research #DomesticViolence
#PrimaryCare #Research #DomesticViolence
July 29, 2025 at 11:43 AM
A study funded by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) has led to the creation of a new Friends and Family Handbook, offering vital guidance for those supporting someone who may be experiencing domestic abuse: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/new-han...
#PrimaryCare #Research #DomesticViolence
#PrimaryCare #Research #DomesticViolence
Join me at Nursing Live UK on 5th November at Birmingham NEC.
I will be speaking about nurses' experiences of domestic abuse/coercive control alongside presentations on professional development and personal wellbeing.
Click the link to discover more about this FREE event.
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I will be speaking about nurses' experiences of domestic abuse/coercive control alongside presentations on professional development and personal wellbeing.
Click the link to discover more about this FREE event.
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July 29, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Join me at Nursing Live UK on 5th November at Birmingham NEC.
I will be speaking about nurses' experiences of domestic abuse/coercive control alongside presentations on professional development and personal wellbeing.
Click the link to discover more about this FREE event.
lnkd.in/eK-8Fpwt
I will be speaking about nurses' experiences of domestic abuse/coercive control alongside presentations on professional development and personal wellbeing.
Click the link to discover more about this FREE event.
lnkd.in/eK-8Fpwt
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2/2 @dralisongregory.bsky.social is leading the NAMED Study with the @rcnfoundation.bsky.social and has kindly requested we share the project with community nurses.
For more information visit - rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro...
Please note the support available via the organisations below.
For more information visit - rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro...
Please note the support available via the organisations below.
4/4 If domestic abuse or coercive control is part of your experience, you are not alone and support is available:
Refuge: National Domestic Abuse Helpline www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Women’s Aid: Live Chat chat.womensaid.org.uk
Respect: Men's Advice Line mensadviceline.org.uk/male-victims/
Refuge: National Domestic Abuse Helpline www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Women’s Aid: Live Chat chat.womensaid.org.uk
Respect: Men's Advice Line mensadviceline.org.uk/male-victims/
July 23, 2025 at 2:43 PM
2/2 @dralisongregory.bsky.social is leading the NAMED Study with the @rcnfoundation.bsky.social and has kindly requested we share the project with community nurses.
For more information visit - rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro...
Please note the support available via the organisations below.
For more information visit - rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro...
Please note the support available via the organisations below.
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
1/2 Content warning: This message contains information about domestic abuse. You may prefer to stop reading, or to read it at a later time/on a different device.
@rcnfoundation.bsky.social is funding a study exploring the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of nurses, midwives and HCSW.
@rcnfoundation.bsky.social is funding a study exploring the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of nurses, midwives and HCSW.
1/4 We are funding a study which will explore the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of UK nurses, midwives and HCSW.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
July 23, 2025 at 2:40 PM
1/2 Content warning: This message contains information about domestic abuse. You may prefer to stop reading, or to read it at a later time/on a different device.
@rcnfoundation.bsky.social is funding a study exploring the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of nurses, midwives and HCSW.
@rcnfoundation.bsky.social is funding a study exploring the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of nurses, midwives and HCSW.
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
Not only is Dr Stephanie Craig graduating today with a #PhD in #Nursing, but thanks to her, nursing students at Queen’s will now receive dedicated training on #DomesticAbuse and #ViolenceAgainstWomenAndGirls as part of their degree.
Read Stephanie's story: ow.ly/xsxA50WiUhh
#LoveQUBGrad
Read Stephanie's story: ow.ly/xsxA50WiUhh
#LoveQUBGrad
Queen’s lecturer earns PhD after leading NI’s first domestic abuse training for nursing students
Dr Steph Craig is graduating today with a PhD, having progressed from undergraduate to lecturer while co-leading a groundbreaking initiative to embed domestic abuse training in the nursing curriculum.
ow.ly
July 1, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Not only is Dr Stephanie Craig graduating today with a #PhD in #Nursing, but thanks to her, nursing students at Queen’s will now receive dedicated training on #DomesticAbuse and #ViolenceAgainstWomenAndGirls as part of their degree.
Read Stephanie's story: ow.ly/xsxA50WiUhh
#LoveQUBGrad
Read Stephanie's story: ow.ly/xsxA50WiUhh
#LoveQUBGrad
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
1/4 We are funding a study which will explore the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of UK nurses, midwives and HCSW.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
July 1, 2025 at 9:29 AM
1/4 We are funding a study which will explore the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of UK nurses, midwives and HCSW.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
3/4 The online survey is now open, and we are seeking participation from nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers that have experienced domestic abuse.
For more information about the study and to complete the survey, visit bit.ly/3Z6a9ja
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
For more information about the study and to complete the survey, visit bit.ly/3Z6a9ja
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
Nursing And Midwifery professionals’ Experiences of Domestic abuse (NAMED) | RCN Foundation
The RCN Foundation is funding the study to explore the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers across the UK.
bit.ly
July 1, 2025 at 9:29 AM
3/4 The online survey is now open, and we are seeking participation from nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers that have experienced domestic abuse.
For more information about the study and to complete the survey, visit bit.ly/3Z6a9ja
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
For more information about the study and to complete the survey, visit bit.ly/3Z6a9ja
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
‘Staying silent is no longer an option’: female police officers on abuse within their ranks.
#PoliceMeToo
observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
#PoliceMeToo
observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
‘Staying silent is no longer an option’: female police of...
When a domestic abuser is also a fellow police officer, victims have been subjected to further trauma as forces close ranks against them. Now survivors a...
observer.co.uk
June 24, 2025 at 7:47 AM
‘Staying silent is no longer an option’: female police officers on abuse within their ranks.
#PoliceMeToo
observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
#PoliceMeToo
observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
4/4 If domestic abuse or coercive control is part of your experience, you are not alone and support is available:
Refuge: National Domestic Abuse Helpline www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Women’s Aid: Live Chat chat.womensaid.org.uk
Respect: Men's Advice Line mensadviceline.org.uk/male-victims/
Refuge: National Domestic Abuse Helpline www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Women’s Aid: Live Chat chat.womensaid.org.uk
Respect: Men's Advice Line mensadviceline.org.uk/male-victims/
Homepage - National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Are you experiencing domestic abuse? You are not alone. Find out how the National Domestic Abuse helpline can support you.
www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
June 6, 2025 at 12:29 PM
4/4 If domestic abuse or coercive control is part of your experience, you are not alone and support is available:
Refuge: National Domestic Abuse Helpline www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Women’s Aid: Live Chat chat.womensaid.org.uk
Respect: Men's Advice Line mensadviceline.org.uk/male-victims/
Refuge: National Domestic Abuse Helpline www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Women’s Aid: Live Chat chat.womensaid.org.uk
Respect: Men's Advice Line mensadviceline.org.uk/male-victims/
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
1/4 We are funding a study which will explore the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of UK nurses, midwives and HCSW.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
June 6, 2025 at 12:29 PM
1/4 We are funding a study which will explore the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of UK nurses, midwives and HCSW.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
Research shows that these healthcare professionals are more likely to experience domestic abuse than the general population and rarely feel able to seek support.
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
3/4 The online survey is now open, and we are seeking participation from nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers that have experienced domestic abuse.
For more information about the study and to complete the survey, visit bit.ly/3Z6a9ja
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
For more information about the study and to complete the survey, visit bit.ly/3Z6a9ja
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
Nursing And Midwifery professionals’ Experiences of Domestic abuse (NAMED) | RCN Foundation
The RCN Foundation is funding the study to explore the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers across the UK.
bit.ly
June 6, 2025 at 12:29 PM
3/4 The online survey is now open, and we are seeking participation from nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers that have experienced domestic abuse.
For more information about the study and to complete the survey, visit bit.ly/3Z6a9ja
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
For more information about the study and to complete the survey, visit bit.ly/3Z6a9ja
@dralisongregory.bsky.social
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
Would you know what to do or say if someone you know is, or may be, experiencing domestic abuse?
A new 'Friends and Family Handbook' written by @dralisongregory.bsky.social and published by @womensaid.bsky.social gives advice & support.
Find out more: bit.ly/3ZdG6WV
#DomesticAbuse #VAWG
A new 'Friends and Family Handbook' written by @dralisongregory.bsky.social and published by @womensaid.bsky.social gives advice & support.
Find out more: bit.ly/3ZdG6WV
#DomesticAbuse #VAWG
New Friends and Family Handbook gives advice on how to support someone experiencing domestic abuse
A new Friends and Family Handbook, written by Dr Alison Gregory, an Independent Academic and Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Academic Primary Care, University of Bristol, has been la...
bit.ly
June 3, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Would you know what to do or say if someone you know is, or may be, experiencing domestic abuse?
A new 'Friends and Family Handbook' written by @dralisongregory.bsky.social and published by @womensaid.bsky.social gives advice & support.
Find out more: bit.ly/3ZdG6WV
#DomesticAbuse #VAWG
A new 'Friends and Family Handbook' written by @dralisongregory.bsky.social and published by @womensaid.bsky.social gives advice & support.
Find out more: bit.ly/3ZdG6WV
#DomesticAbuse #VAWG
My thanks to @capcbristol.bsky.social for publicising (www.bristol.ac.uk/primaryhealt...) the Friends and Family Handbook (www.womensaid.org.uk/information-...) recently launched by Women's Aid Federation of England.
The handbook is for informal supporters of someone experiencing domestic abuse.
The handbook is for informal supporters of someone experiencing domestic abuse.
New Friends and Family Handbook gives advice on how to support someone experiencing domestic abuse
A new Friends and Family Handbook, written by Dr Alison Gregory, an Independent Academic and Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Academic Primary Care, University of Bristol, has been la...
www.bristol.ac.uk
June 3, 2025 at 9:20 AM
My thanks to @capcbristol.bsky.social for publicising (www.bristol.ac.uk/primaryhealt...) the Friends and Family Handbook (www.womensaid.org.uk/information-...) recently launched by Women's Aid Federation of England.
The handbook is for informal supporters of someone experiencing domestic abuse.
The handbook is for informal supporters of someone experiencing domestic abuse.
“I thought that domestic abuse wouldn’t happen to me... as nurses, we’re supposed to be strong and resilient, and help everyone else”
The UK @rcnfoundation.bsky.social has commissioned research to better understand the DA experiences of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers...
The UK @rcnfoundation.bsky.social has commissioned research to better understand the DA experiences of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers...
Nursing And Midwifery professionals’ Experiences of Domestic abuse (NAMED) | RCN Foundation
The RCN Foundation is funding the study to explore the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers across the UK.
rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk
May 22, 2025 at 11:14 AM
“I thought that domestic abuse wouldn’t happen to me... as nurses, we’re supposed to be strong and resilient, and help everyone else”
The UK @rcnfoundation.bsky.social has commissioned research to better understand the DA experiences of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers...
The UK @rcnfoundation.bsky.social has commissioned research to better understand the DA experiences of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers...
Reposted by Dr Alison Gregory
🚨 Live now at #VAMHNWebinar! 🚨
We’re joined by Dr. Kenneth Widanaralalage (King’s College London), presenting:
‘Male Survivors of Sexual Violence — Silence, Myths, and Institutional Harm’
#MaleSurvivor #SexualViolence #MentalHealth #Justice
We’re joined by Dr. Kenneth Widanaralalage (King’s College London), presenting:
‘Male Survivors of Sexual Violence — Silence, Myths, and Institutional Harm’
#MaleSurvivor #SexualViolence #MentalHealth #Justice
May 21, 2025 at 11:05 AM
🚨 Live now at #VAMHNWebinar! 🚨
We’re joined by Dr. Kenneth Widanaralalage (King’s College London), presenting:
‘Male Survivors of Sexual Violence — Silence, Myths, and Institutional Harm’
#MaleSurvivor #SexualViolence #MentalHealth #Justice
We’re joined by Dr. Kenneth Widanaralalage (King’s College London), presenting:
‘Male Survivors of Sexual Violence — Silence, Myths, and Institutional Harm’
#MaleSurvivor #SexualViolence #MentalHealth #Justice
New resource: If you are worried about a friend, family member, neighbour or colleague, who you think may be experiencing domestic abuse, this is a resource for you: www.womensaid.org.uk/information-...
It will inform and equip you, and help you to look after yourself as you offer support.
It will inform and equip you, and help you to look after yourself as you offer support.
Friends and Family - Women’s Aid
The Friends and Family Handbook A handbook for friends, family members, neighbours, and colleagues of survivors. The Friends and Family Handbook provides practical support and information for anyone ...
www.womensaid.org.uk
May 6, 2025 at 11:09 AM
New resource: If you are worried about a friend, family member, neighbour or colleague, who you think may be experiencing domestic abuse, this is a resource for you: www.womensaid.org.uk/information-...
It will inform and equip you, and help you to look after yourself as you offer support.
It will inform and equip you, and help you to look after yourself as you offer support.
I'm delighted that the Friends & Family Handbook (www.womensaid.org.uk/information-...) is now live on Women's Aid Federation of England website. Writing this resource was a real passion project for me, not least because I have personal experience of feeling out of my depth whilst offering support.
May 6, 2025 at 11:02 AM
I'm delighted that the Friends & Family Handbook (www.womensaid.org.uk/information-...) is now live on Women's Aid Federation of England website. Writing this resource was a real passion project for me, not least because I have personal experience of feeling out of my depth whilst offering support.