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Refuge The country's largest single provider of domestic abuse services. Refuge opened the world’s first refuge in Chiswick, West London, in 1971.

It is now the country’s largest single provider of specialist accommodation and support to women and children escaping domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse. On any given day Refuge supports thousands of women, children and men. Refuge provides emergency accommodation through a national network of refuges, alongside many other specialist services, including the freephone 24-Hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247. Refuge also offers community-based outreach services, culturally specific services and a team of independent domestic violence advocates (IDVAs), which supports women at the highest risk of serious injury or homicide. Refuge also runs award-winning media and advertising campaigns to raise public awareness of the issue and campaigns and lobbies for better provision for women and children experiencing domestic violence. Charity no. 277424
Company no. 1412276

Please note the survivor stories we share on this page are anonymised for safety.

We are deeply concerned by the behaviours witnessed during the current series of Big Brother. Media outlets have a resp...
21/10/2026

We are deeply concerned by the behaviours witnessed during the current series of Big Brother. Media outlets have a responsibility to prioritise participant welfare and should be held accountable

When harmful behaviour goes unchallenged, it reinforces the attitudes that allow abuse and misogyny to continue.

For anyone that recognises the behaviours portrayed in the show, you are not alone. Call or 24/7 helpline for support on 0808 2000 247

An accessory even Miranda Priestly would approve of, that's all. 👠We're sending new supporters a free pin badge as a tha...
19/10/2026

An accessory even Miranda Priestly would approve of, that's all. 👠

We're sending new supporters a free pin badge as a thank you when you sign up to a monthly donation, because supporting women never goes out of style 💅🩷 https://brnw.ch/21x6wbf

We're joining forces with Let Me Know to help build a future free from abuse.Swipe to meet both organisations and learn ...
19/10/2026

We're joining forces with Let Me Know to help build a future free from abuse.
Swipe to meet both organisations and learn more!

We can’t wait to get started! 🩷🩵

This week we’re getting to know LAWRS 💙Swipe to learn more about their work, their community, and their message to Black...
13/10/2026

This week we’re getting to know LAWRS 💙
Swipe to learn more about their work, their community, and their message to Black survivors of domestic abuse👉🏾

For more information or specialist support visit their website: https://brnw.ch/21x6n87

A reminder to anyone who may be struggling this , we believe you and support is available. Call our National Domestic A...
10/10/2026

A reminder to anyone who may be struggling this , we believe you and support is available.

Call our National Domestic Abuse Helpline 24/7 on 0808 2000 247 or visit https://brnw.ch/21x6iSt.

09/10/2026

This week your donations are doubled at no extra cost to you! 💗

Donate today to double your impact and help us be there for even more women who need our support: https://brnw.ch/21x6iat BG26_OWN_FACE_DONV1

Every 2 minutes someone turns to Refuge for support. A call to our National Domestic Abuse Helpline could be the first t...
06/10/2026

Every 2 minutes someone turns to Refuge for support.

A call to our National Domestic Abuse Helpline could be the first time she says out loud what her partner has done to her. Or the last call before she escapes.

Right now The Big Give are matching your donations, meaning your impact is doubled at no extra cost to you.
Help fund two lifesaving calls by donating today: https://brnw.ch/21x6cSV

This Black History Month, we're celebrating the by-and-for organisations that are creating safe spaces, driving change, ...
06/10/2026

This Black History Month, we're celebrating the by-and-for organisations that are creating safe spaces, driving change, and supporting Black women every day.

First up is Savera UK, swipe to read more about their work, impact, and hope for the future 👉🏾

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