And the winner is….
We are very proud and pleased to announce WAITS CEO Marcia Lewinson as the winner of the Advocate for Women Award – sponsored by Susie Mackie – Women of spirit – at the Ladies First Awards 2020 – 2021.
Category: News & Views
A big THANK YOU from WAITS to our supporters’
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a 20% rise in domestic abuse. WAITS staff have been operating throughout the pandemic – supporting, advocating, and empowering service users.
Domestic Abuse Bill – EHRC second briefing
The EHRC has released a new briefing for Committee Stage of the Domestic Abuse Bill in the House of Lords. This second briefing focusses on amendments to improve protections for survivors in the courts.
WAITS thanks local companies for their support
WAITS Trustees and Staff would like to thank VWV Solicitors and HSBC Five Ways Team for their donations and support which helps our vital work with vulnerable women in Birmingham.
WAITS celebrates 25 years of action : 1993 to 2018
WAITS board and Senior Management Team have been looking towards our future goals despite the difficult funding climate. Spurred on by our 25th Anniversary coming up in November 2018.
WAITS opened its third refuge in March 2018
Our first newsletter in 2017 contained a plea for help in raising funds for a new refuge to support women in need of safe confidential accommodation fleeing domestic abuse. “We’ve done it”
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Woman’s Hour : BBC News Feeds
- Summer hair trends; Police & sexual misconduct - Woman's Hour/Newsnight reveal 1,400 accused
- Domestic violence prevention. Managing how our data’s used. Veteran journalist Hella Pick. "Freedom Day" postponed.
- Paloma Faith, Heath Minister Nadine Dorries, Sexual harassment in the workplace, No-fault divorce
- Nannie, the figurehead for the Cutty Sark; The power of giving away power; No fault divorce;
- Paloma Faith, Nursing, Maya Forstater Verdict
