Domestic abuse in the workplace and beyond – a Social Change Podcast
In October, our Commercial Development Manager, Tracey Secker, was delighted to join Kelly Evans on the wonderful Tea with the Changemakers podcast. Each episode explores how leaders are tackling society’s most pressing issues, including, of course, domestic abuse.
Commemorating 50 Years of Support; from an idea to a legacy
Last month, we launched our jubilee logo by sharing our journey from an idea to a legacy. We took a look back through the decades to reveal landmark moments for women, and children’s rights, from the 1970s to the present day. Just in case you missed the week-long campaign, here is everything you need to know in one post.
Wisdom for Working Mums Podcast | Love does not hurt…
Earlier during Domestic Abuse Awareness month, our Architect of Stories recorded a Wisdom for Working Mums podcast with Nicky Lowe and domestic abuse survivor Kim* whose story will resonate with many victims of domestic abuse.
PRESS RELEASE: Travelling in Style | Partnership Announcement with National Express
We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with National Express West Midlands. The local bus operator has made a pledge to take families supported by The Haven on a monthly trip to local attractions, absolutely free of charge.
PRESS RELEASE: Porsche start revving up the engines in The Haven’s 104 Challenge!
We are incredibly grateful to have the support of the wonderful team at Porsche Wolverhampton. From the very start of this partnership, they have all been so keen to really get involved and to learn more about what we do and how they can support us.
PRESS RELEASE: The Haven Wolverhampton calls out for votes to get a share of Tesco’s Community Grants fund
The Haven Wolverhampton are bidding for a cash boost from the Tesco Community Grants initiative. Tesco works with community charity Groundwork to run its community funding scheme, which sees grants of up to £1,500, £1,000 and £500 awarded to local community projects....
Stress Awareness Month: Stress & Emotional Abuse
We are all still trying to get used to life post lockdown with all its uncertainties, after an unprecedented global pandemic that has affected all of us adversely in various ways. We’ve all coped differently depending on our characters and our social and economic circumstances.
The risks for domestic abuse victims were further heightened due to social isolation and this would have left many in a permanent state of fight or flight. So how can we identify when we are stressed?
PRESS RELEASE: Ex-Goodyear workers offer a safe haven to victims of domestic abuse
Wolverhampton charity The Haven Wolverhampton are able to offer a new safe space to women and children fleeing domestic abuse, thanks to a generous donation from the Goodyear workers 5/344 Transport and General Workers Union Benevolent Fund Charity. The £20,000...
PRESS RELEASE: Wolverhampton domestic abuse charity wins top national health award
The Haven Wolverhampton has won a major national award for its work providing safe accommodation and support to women and children in Wolverhampton affected by domestic abuse. The charity’s use of virtual reality technology to support children was just one of the services praised by award judges.
TEDx Wolverhampton – An end to violence? Rethinking gender, refocusing power
Last year, The Haven’s Architect of Stories was one of the speakers at TEDx Wolverhampton. Her idea worth sharing was that rethinking gender and refocusing power could potentially bring an end to violence against women and girls. Watch the talk in full and read the original transcript here.
Impact Reports
2018 – 2019
A throwback to how it all began, with a spotlight on our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic and Sexual Violence support services. Click to download.
2020 – 2021
A reflection on the impact of COVID-19, with a spotlight on supporting staff wellbeing and women with no recourse to public funds. Click to download.
2019 – 2020
A tribute to our late co-founder Colin Brown, with a spotlight on Substance Abuse and our Digital Transformation journey. Click to download.