Women's Aid

Women’s aid believes that everyone has a right to live in safety and to have a future without fear. They recognise that women and children have a right to live their lives free from all forms of violence and abuse, and society has a duty to defend this right. They acknowledge the fact that domestic violence is a violation of women and children’s human rights. This is the result of an abuse of power and control, and is rooted in the historical status of women in the family and in society. As a result they aim to Empower women who have been affected by domestic violence Meet the needs of children affected by domestic violence Provide services run by women which are based on listening to survivors Challenge the disadvantages which result from domestic violence Support and reflect diversity and promote equality of opportunity Promote cohesive inter-agency responses to domestic violence and develop partnerships There are many vacancies available at Women’s Aid. For more information on how to apply visit http://www.womensaid.org.uk/landing_page.asp?section=000100010016&sectionTitle=Job+Opportunities