One Billion Rising is the biggest mass action to end violence against women that are subject to gender-based violence. The campaign, which launched on Valentine’s Day 2012, began as a call to action based on the staggering statistic that 1 in 3 women on the planet will be beaten or raped during her lifetime. With […]
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We are delighted that we feel ready to press SUBMIT! We have been working in partnership with @lgbtys to provide evidence for a silver chartermark award and we hope to hear of a decision in early 2023. We recognise the importance of demonstrating our commitment to women who identify as LGBT in East Lothian and
” I met my girlfriend through a mutual friend just a few months after I came out. Things moved quickly between us even although she had recently just split with her ex. It was all very messy actually as they were still cutting ties when I entered the scene. Her ex had told me that
We are passionate about LGBT inclusion and this year launched the use of pronoun badges in our centres. These badges allow for everyone to specifically indicate their pronouns so that each person feels safe at WAEML. This effort is designed to reduce instances of misgendering and to make it easier for you to know which
The most important message is that regardless of any restrictions in place due to Coronavirus, you are still able to get help if you need it due to being subjected to domestic abuse. WAEML will continue to follow Government advice around the management of Coronavirus. We will keep our stakeholders informed about how guidance affects
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We are very excited to be launching a new group work support programme for women This is Me, Here I Am. Thanks to funding from Foundation Scotland and Midlothian Council Small Grants, WAEML employed a workshop facilitator (Ellie Hutchinson) who facilitated online sessions (via Zoom) between Jan – Apr 2021. Nine women worked with Ellie
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Incidents of domestic abuse in Scotland have risen by four per cent in the last recorded year – this has been the case for the fourth year in a row. The Scottish Government today released data that shows Police Scotland recorded 62,907 domestic abuse incidents throughout 2019-20. The Scottish Government bulletin notes that common assault
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Women’s Aid East and Midlothian (WAEML) is delighted to have been awarded a two year grant from the Scottish Government’s Third Sector Homelessness Fund to introduce East Lothian’s very first Housing First project for women. This project will be delivered in partnership with East Lothian Council and East Lothian Housing Association. Housing First provides ordinary,
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We are absolutely delighted to have been awarded £1,500 from the CALA Homes’ Community Bursary Scheme. This funding allows us to provide practical help and support to families in hardship especially those who need emergency items, food and clothing. Thank you for helping us make a difference!
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