Empowerment, safety and support for women and children experiencing domestic abuse.

Swansea Women's Aid

1 hour ago

Thirty years ago, a jury found Kiranjit Ahluwalia guilty of murdering her husband. Her subsequent appeal changed the way that the concept of “provocation” was applied, and helped shift the attitude of English courts and the public on the impact of domestic violence on women who kill. ... See MoreSee Less

Landmarks in law: the case that shone a spotlight on domestic violence

theguardian.com

Kiranjit Ahluwalia’s case led to an improved judicial awareness of abused women and the concept of provocation

Swansea Women's Aid

1 hour ago

"Financial abuse, whether you’re talking about ruining her credit, getting her fired or hiding the money, is just as effective in controlling an abuse victim as a lock and key"
Financial abuse is often over looked but can have have devastating effects.
If you need someone to talk to about money matters, we are here to help. ... See MoreSee Less

How Money Traps Victims of Domestic Violence

theatlantic.com

How Money Traps Victims of Domestic Violence

Swansea Women's Aid

3 days ago

7,500 victims of abuse to get compensation after 'same roof' rule is abolished
It signifies a victory for hundreds of people who suffered harm as children and whose adult lives have been blighted by what they went through ... See MoreSee Less

7,500 victims of abuse to get compensation after 'same roof' rule is abolished

mirror.co.uk

It signifies a victory for hundreds of people who suffered harm as children and whose adult lives have been blighted by what they went through