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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 2h

Sexual violence can change lives in an instant.

Your donation helps provide:
👉 Clothing & toiletries
👉 Transport to safety
👉 Phones & SIM cards
👉 Safety devices

These are essentials, not luxuries.

Double your Impact donate.biggive.org/donate/a05WS...

#WGMF #Swindon #Wiltshire

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 22h

From today until 15th October, every £1 you donate will be doubled to support survivors of sexual violence

Help us raise £10,000 to break the barriers that prevent people from accessing support

Click here to learn more.
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/get-involved...

#BreakTheBarriers #TheBigGive #WGMF

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 2d

Help Us Break the Barriers to Support

From Wednesday 8th to Tuesday 15th October, every £1 you donate will be doubled through Big Give, meaning your support goes twice as far.

Together, we can Break the Barriers.

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 6d

A huge thank you to Zara and Maia, who raised an incredible £210 (including Gift Aid) by taking part in the Torbay Half Marathon & 10K, exceeding their target and helping us provide vital support to those affected by abuse.

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 9d

A huge thank you to Millie and the team at St Michael's Resort for organising such a vibrant and unforgettable event and raising an incredible £2,145 to support survivors

The funds raised will make a real difference in supporting those affected by abuse.

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 14d

Double your donation. Double the difference.

From 8–15 Oct, every £1 you give to our @BigGive campaign will be matched to support survivors of sexual violence with essentials & care.

#BigGive2025 #DoubleTheDifference #SupportSurvivors #WomenAndGirlsFund

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 26d

Could you support someone during the most difficult time of their life?

👉 Find out more by clicking the link: www.firstlight.org.uk/job-vacancies/

Please share with anyone who might be the right fit.

#Gloucester #Gloucestershire

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 27d

Our teams are out for Freshers!

Row & Lianne joined Truro College to talk healthy relationships & support. Liv, Fawzia & Charlotte visited Wiltshire College to raise awareness of our SARC & ISVA services.

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · 28d

Abuse can make us feel alone and trapped, with nowhere to turn.

For #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, help us share the message that no one is alone support is available.

Reach out to the people around you.

Let them know you're there if they need to talk.

It will make a difference.

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Sep 8

It’s that time of year - Freshers is here!

We’re kicking things off today at Salisbury Freshers Fair.

Come meet the team Jess, Liv, Mel, Lorraine, and our amazing volunteer Mhairi

💬 Got questions? We’re here to help.
👋 Just want to say hi? We’d love that too.

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Sep 4

The UK Government will test its Emergency Alert System on This Sunday.

If you have a concealed phone for safety, this alert could reveal its presence.

You can opt out of these alerts.

Please help share to help keep others safe.

www.firstlight.org.uk/important-al...

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Sep 2

Knowing someone is there can make all the difference

But remember
👉 Don't pressuring them to leave, report, or confront the abuser.
👉Avoid ultimatums or deadlines
👉Respect their pace.

Your support matters.
Just being there can be a lifeline.

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Aug 28

The UK Government will test its Emergency Alert System on Sunday, 7th September at 3:00 PM.

If you have a concealed phone for safety, this alert could reveal its presence.

You can opt out of these alerts.

Find out how here: www.gov.uk/alerts/optin...

Please help share to help keep others safe.

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Aug 26

Zara and Maia are taking part in the Torbay Half Marathon and they’ve chosen to raise money for First Light.

If you’d like to support their run, you can sponsor them here: sportsgiving.co.uk/sponsorship/...

Run for change.
Show your support.
Help those affected by abuse.

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Aug 22

**Please note, some of our service will be closed or providing limited services during the Bank Holiday. (Monday 25th August 2025)

Remember, if you are in immediate danger, please do not hesitate to call 999.

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Aug 13

We have joined over 70 organisations in signing a powerful open letter to the Home Secretary, urging the UK Government to take urgent action to protect and invest in specialist sexual violence and abuse services.

www.firstlight.org.uk/standing-tog...

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Aug 8

A huge thank you to the East Cornwall Harriers for your kind donation and for choosing First Light.

Support like yours helps us continue our vital work with people who have experienced abuse.

Your donation helps ensure that everyone can be heard, believed, and supported.

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Aug 6

🌊🎶The gates are open at Boardmasters Festival today here in Newquay

We're here as part of a multi-agency pop-up event for the festival, alongside Safer Cornwall, Devon & Cornwall Police, DAAT, and Harbour Housing at Cornwall Services.

Stay safe and enjoy the festival 🌊🎶

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Aug 4

Jessy, Daisy and Jamie are handmade bears helping young people feel safe and heard.

From worry monsters to happy boxes, these small companions help create a safe place for young people to talk, share and create.

#TeddyTherapy #Support

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Aug 1

We’re proud to launch the new #Gloucestershire Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (#ISVA) Service in partnership with @barnardos

We also want to extend a warm welcome to the dedicated team joining us in delivering this vital service.

visit: www.firstlight.org.uk/our-services...

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Jul 30

Take your first step and help someone take theirs.

Run the English Riviera for those affected by abuse.

The First Step Can Change Everything
🏃‍Torbay Half Marathon & 10K
📅Sunday 21st September 2025
www.torbayhalfmarathon.co.uk

#RunForChange #TorbayHalf

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Jul 29

@theguardian.com Article: www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

Two in five arrested for last summer’s UK riots had been reported for domestic abuse

Police data indicates overlaps between public violent disorder and domestic violence and abuse

www.theguardian.com

First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Jul 29

Domestic abuse affects every part of society

Linking it to the 2024 UK riots without context risks reinforcing harmful stereotypes

Read our full response below

www.firstlight.org.uk/response-to-...

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Jul 28

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Share your experience in our short, anonymous survey:

👉 Complete the survey here: firstlight.org.uk/sports-survey/

Please share with your friends and family.
Together, we can make sport safer for everyone.

Sports Survey - First Light

We Need Your Help: Share Your Unique Knowledge and Perspective in Our Anonymous Survey We are seeking funding to provide free training to sports teams, players, and coaches. However, due to the lack o...

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First Light @firstlightsw.bsky.social · Jul 28

Abuse in sport doesn’t end with the final whistle.

Our campaign, “They Think It’s All Over”, exposes how sexual violence and domestic abuse affect all sports.

With 151K+ UK clubs, we need training and research to protect everyone involved.

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