by HannahW | Jun 16, 2025 | Case Studies
Aisha had been experiencing emotional and physical abuse from her husband for many years. After one particular incident, she reported him to the police and gave permission for her contact details to be passed to Leeds Women’s Aid. When we contacted Aisha, she was...
by HannahW | Jun 16, 2025 | Case Studies
Marianne had been in a relationship with Ryan for over 10 years and it was when Marianne became pregnant that the abuse started. Ryan wouldn’t let her have any money and constantly wanted to know where she was. He would grab Marianne and physically assault her; she...
by HannahW | Jun 16, 2025 | Case Studies
Sofiya contacted our Helpline, as she had been experiencing abuse from her husband since coming to the UK several years ago. Due to her immigration status, Sofiya relied on her marriage to remain in the UK and continue working. Their home was in her husband’s name, so...
by HannahW | May 13, 2025 | News
This Mental Health Awareness Week, Leeds Women’s Aid is backing mental health and campaigning charity Woman’s Trust’s call to the government to address the mental health crisis in women caused by experiencing domestic abuse. Hear from Nik Peasgood, CEO of...
by HannahW | Apr 25, 2025 | News
On Sunday 11th May, the Uni of Leeds Women’s Cricket Club (UOLWCC) are taking on the Rob Burrows Marathon and Leeds Half Marathon to raise money for Leeds Women’s Aid! Four of the team will be running the full marathon and nine members will be running the...
