We are delighted to announce that Ashes to Gold has been awarded over £7,000 by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council to deliver additional counselling sessions at Oasis for women affected by abuse or violence.
The funding forms part of the Council's Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Strategic Framework, and will help more women access support when they need it most.
Raising awareness matters. Recent research suggests that 98% of women in Northern Ireland have experienced at least one form of violence or abuse in their lifetime, and that 50% first experienced it before the age of 11. These figures show why we must work together as a community to challenge abuse, support survivors and help create lasting change.
At Oasis we have supported survivors of domestic abuse in many ways for several years. This funding will let us offer more counselling to women who need a safe space to heal, rebuild their confidence and move forward.
You do not need a referral to access counselling. If you would like support, or know someone who might benefit, contact Oasis directly on 028 7034 3245.
We sincerely thank Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council for their support and commitment to tackling violence against women and girls in our communities.
