Leeds Domestic Violence Service has achieved the Leading Lights accreditation for LDVS' (Leeds Domestic Violence Service) IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocate) service. Leading Lights is a SafeLives accreditation programme recognising rewards good and safe...
For many victim-survivors, a concealed phone is a lifeline – it can be used as a tool when planning to leave their abusive partner, or way to speak to family or friends without their perpetrator knowing. The planned emergency alert system means all mobile phone or...
Founded in 1972, Leeds Women’s Aid is the largest women’s charity in Leeds, and the safety of victim-survivors of domestic abuse has always been at the heart of our work. The national DASH (Domestic Abuse, Stalking and Honour-Based Abuse) checklist, widely used by...
We are delighted to share Leeds Women’s Aid’s 2024 impact report! The report includes key information, statistics, case studies and quotes to demonstrate the life changing impact of work, and the many ways we support women and families to rebuild their lives after...
At Leeds Women’s Aid, our incredible Access and Assessment Team (AAT) are the first point of contact for anyone experiencing domestic violence and abuse, and received 8,800 contacts for support in 2024 – via the helpline, email and online chat. We spoke to Freya,...
We’re excited to share that Leeds Women’s Aid is offering charity places for the Altra Yorkshire Marathon in York on the 19th October! This a fantastic chance for you to join #TeamLWA, raise vital funds to support Leeds Women's Aid and take on an epic challenge!...
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 Leeds...
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 half! Kate,...
Part of #TeamLWA, Laura is taking on the Rob Burrow Leeds Half Marathon in support of Leeds Women’s Aid, and has already raised almost £500! We spoke to Laura about her motivations and training… What inspired you to take on...
MP for Leeds North West, Katie White OBE, joins forces with Leeds Women’s Aid. As an ambassador, Katie will be an advocate for victim-survivors of abuse and help to raise awareness of issues facing women and girls. During her time as an MP, Katie has voiced her strong...
