IMPORTANT NOTICE: Our priority is to provide essential support to those affected by domestic abuse. Our helpline is dedicated to assisting vulnerable women and children in their time of need. For general inquiries, including donations, events, and other information, please DO NOT call our helpline. Please contact our office at 01902 904677 or email office@havenrefuge.org.uk.
Her Story
Welcome to our website. The Haven Wolverhampton supports women and children who have been subjected to domestic abuse, and women who are at risk of homelessness. Below you can explore stories of women whose lives were forever changed by Domestic Abuse, as well as read what children think about our wraparound service for children and young people. Through the practical and emotional support we provide, women and children are able to begin their journey towards healing and transforming their lives.
Rebecca’s Story
I contacted The Haven after being subjected to abuse for 13 years. I was in a relationship with someone who was very controlling and I was subjected to emotional, psychological, and physical abuse too. I’d ended the relationship about a year ago at the time, and was...
Aoife’s Story
B efore coming into the refuge I lived with my mother and young daughter. I had ended the relationship with my daughter’s father and moved in with my mum due to the abuse and violence I suffered from him. I now feel really sad to say that I suffered verbal, emotional...
Tinu’s Story
I fled Nigeria after my parents were kidnapped and murdered. Fearing for my life, I left my three-month-old with my aunt and made the journey to England. It was not an easy decision, and I still don’t know where the courage came from but every step of the way I told...
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Please note that the following lines of contact are strictly for those seeking support and not for general enquiries:
If you are not able to speak with us in English, you can still reach out to us for support; we use a telephone translation service for anyone calling us for support, whose first language is not English. Paycare kindly contribute towards the cost of our translation services.
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Latest News & Updates
The Hidden Link Between Domestic Abuse and Poor Mental Health – Donna’s Story
Recent findings reveal a worrying link between domestic abuse and poor mental health, focusing on suicide rates, with many victims experiencing severe psychological trauma. Early intervention and mental health support are critical in preventing these tragedies. Donna’s story highlights the urgent need for better resources and care for abuse survivors. Read for more.
It is National Inclusion Week! Create more ‘inclusive’ workplaces with us!
National Inclusion Week offers an opportunity to reflect on how we can make our workplaces more inclusive for everyone. Together, we can build workplaces that are not only inclusive but also serve as places of safety and strength for those who need it most. Read for more.
In Solidarity with Southport: Standing Together Against Violence
The Haven Wolverhampton is urging everyone to join us in demanding change. Violence against women and girls is not just a women’s issue; it is a societal problem that requires collective action. We must work together to create a safer environment where women and girls can live free from fear and violence.
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