A huge welcome to the The Emily Davison Centres website. The EDC is the first Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) HUB in the U.K. It is a 7000 square foot new build and is currently home to 5 specialist charities.
The concept is simple, when a women or girl experiences violence, abuse and/or exploitation, many areas of their lives can be negatively impacted. It makes sense then to have all services under one roof, where individuals can access support when they need it, reducing the risk of escalation and serious harm.
At the EDC we are committed to providing the highest quality of service, Our specialist teams at the centre are not only experienced but understand the complexity and intersectionality of individuals and families situations. This is why our services are built in partnership with women who have lived experiences of abuse.
In addition to specialist services we also provide training and conference facilities, we can cater for up to 100 people. In addition to a clean, modern and well equipped environment we also provide catering to meet any budget. Why not consider hiring our venue as part of your social responsibility framework, safe in the knowledge that any profit made at the centre goes directly back into the provision of frontline services.
Take a look around our website and please do contact us if you have any questions, observations or need support.
🔎 Discover the hidden story of the Suffragists in East Lancashire.![]()
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Over the last 12 months, volunteers old and young, have![]()
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📅 Thursday, 11th May![]()
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📍 Elmfield Hall, Gatty Park, BB5 4AA
Our Trans+ Inclusive Practice Training was so good that last month, even Bella decided to attend! 🧑🏫 We’re not 100% sure she was listening but she’s an ally so we gave her a certificate anyway 🦮🏳️⚧️ You too could have a Loving Me certificate like Bella by signing up for our training workshop to learn how to become more inclusive in your practice. ![]()
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The next in-person session is:![]()
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📍 The Emily Davison Centre, Accrington ![]()
🏷️ FREE for Lancashire services for a limited time![]()
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To sign up for this, or any future training, head to: 🌐 www.lovingme.uk/training/
Happy #IDAHOBIT! This year’s International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia theme is ‘together always: united in diversity.’![]()
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We’re very proud of being an inclusive organisation and our national service Loving Me, England’s Domestic Abuse service for trans+ people which is one of the first of its kind.![]()
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Reminder that we are never truly alone 🏳️🌈💙🏳️⚧️
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Police recruits with links to domestic abuse and sex offenders ‘still being appointed’
www.theguardian.com
England and Wales watchdog says vetting processes inadequate in 13 cases over two-month period, despite overhaul
Timeline photosToday is International Nurses Day!![]()
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Thank you to all our nurses for the dedication and first-class care you provide every day. 💙
Thank you to Inspire East Lancs Substance Misuse Service for coming down to the centre to train some of our staff in administering Naloxone in cases of opiate overdose and providing ‘take home’ kits. Though we hope we never have to use them, it’s a great skill to have, both in and outside of the workplace ❤️
Thank you to Inspire East Lancs Substance Misuse Service for coming down to the centre to train some of our staff in administering Naloxone in cases of opiate overdose and providing ‘take home’ kits. Though we hope we never have to use them, it’s a great skill to have, both in and outside of the workplace ❤️
Today we had our belated Eid celebrations at the centre including henna, hand massages, lots of homemade food and special guest Samia Malik Music who performed via Zoom! 🌟 Read one of our service user’s review of Samia’s performance in the pictures below 🕌🌙 #EidMubarak
We are so grateful for BlackOwned MCR‘s hard work in organising all of these donations! At the Emily Davison Centre, we’re huge advocates for inclusivity, so when we noticed that we didn’t have many products for people with curly / afro hair, we reached out to Black Owned MCR and she came through!! ![]()
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Huge thanks to Piccadilly Bakes for collecting donations for us and to Ms.Wong for the hair oils 💆🏾♀️![]()
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We’ve still got a few bits left from Avlon and Healthy Hair Studio by Enitan too! Thanks to you guys we have 3 big drawers full of Afro / curly hair products for our service users to access including shampoos, conditioners, silk scrunchies, brushes, combs and more! ⭐️
JOB OPPORTUNITY![]()
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HARV and The Emily Davison Centre in Accrington are looking for a Multiply and Move On Coordinator. ![]()
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Do you have a passion for helping adults to reach their potential? Are you an excellent communicator, negotiator, and planner? If so, our Multiply and Move On Coordinator position may be the role for you! ![]()
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We are keen to hear from knowledgeable practitioners that have experience of working within education or community settings. ![]()
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£22,500 to £25,000 per annum ![]()
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Full Time, Job Share Considered![]()
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Deadline Tuesday the 9th of May 2023 12pm![]()
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Please use the hyperlinks below to find out more and apply. Please contact [email protected] if you require more information.![]()
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www.harvoutreach.org.uk/?page_id=249![]()
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emilydavisoncentre.com/work-for-the-edc/
We are at the Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s festival of practice event in Manchester. #dacfestival #domesticabuse with Loving Me HARV Paladin National Stalking Advocacy Service SafeNet Domestic Abuse and Support Services The WISH Centre My CWA - Cheshire Without Abuse
A new Emergency Alerts system is being rolled out by the Government and a test alert will be sent early this year. ![]()
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The alerts (through mobile phones) will be used to let you know about emergency situations (like severe flooding) and the alerts will be accompanied by a loud sound even if your phone is on silent. ![]()
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If you are a #domesticabuse survivor with a second phone that you have hidden from your partner then you may need to turn the alerts off to stay safe.![]()
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Refuge has put together a really helpful video to explain how to manage the alerts on androids and iPhones. ![]()
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New Emergency Alerts system - a safety update for survivors
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The government is rolling out a new Emergency Alerts system and a test alert will be sent early this year. The alerts will be used to let you know about emer...
Child First: Safe Child Contact Saves Lives
you.38degrees.org.uk
"No parent should have to hold their children and comfort them as they die, or be told that their child has been harmed in an act of revenge or rage." Claire Throssell, mother of Jack and Paul who wer...
We need commitments from all political parties that Ending Violence against Women and Girls will be prioritised.
Today we’re attending Media Trust’s #WomensVoices23 event in celebration of #internationalwomensday![]()
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We are spending the say working with and getting advice from our own dedicated team of expert comms volunteers ɴᴍs ᴄᴏᴀᴄʜɪɴɢ Warner Bros. Pictures Meta
The theme of this years International Women's Day is #embraceequity . At the Emily Davison Centre, no one is excluded, everyone's voice is heard. ![]()
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The Emily Davison Centre 's concept is simple "when a women or girl experiences violence, abuse and/or exploitation, many areas of their lives can be negatively impacted. It makes sense then to have all services under one roof, where individuals can access support when they need it, reducing the risk of escalation and serious harm".![]()
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This is the first Hub of its kind in the UK, where many services are aligned under one roof to provide the best service these girls and women need. ![]()
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Donate here now emilydavisoncentre.com/ or shop with us on the 8th March to help us raise money for this amazing charity.![]()
#embraceequity
We are seeing alarming increases of domestic abuse homicides across Lancashire.
Woman found dead in Blackburn house named as man charged with murder
www.lancs.live
Three more men – aged 32 and 24 from Blackburn and aged 31 from Clitheroe – were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender
Starting immediately, anyone jailed for 12 months or more for coercive control, including suspended sentences, will be placed on the violent and sex offender register.![]()
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This means they will have to tell police their name, any aliases and any addresses they stay at for more than a week. They will also have to inform police about any travel overseas, bank details and whether they stay in a household with a child for more than 12 hours.![]()
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Under the plans, the worst abusers would also be electronically tagged and made to attend behaviour change programmes.
Domestic abusers face crackdown in raft of new measures
www.gov.uk
Tougher management of most dangerous abusers and new protections for victims.
"The highest ever number of rapes was recorded by police in the year ending March 2022: 70,330.![]()
In the same time period, charges were brought in just 2,223 cases."![]()
#ItsNotOk
Lovely visit from Andrew this morning, thanks for supporting the centre and providing the funding for frontline services. Bella was very fond of him indeed.
🚨New training alert!![]()
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For #InternationalWomensDay this year equip your business with in-depth knowledge and enhanced skills to identify and respond appropriately to ‘honour’-based abuse. Spaces are limited so sign up to our new workplace training course today 👇![]()
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safelives.org.uk/training/DA-training-for-employers
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Probation officers made a series of failings before a "psychopathic" criminal murdered three children and his pregnant partner, a watchdog has said.
👉Paladin are recruiting for a new Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) based in East Lancashire.![]()
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👉Deadline Friday, 3rd February 2023!![]()
#newyearnewme #newyearnewopportunity #recruitment #advocacy
Further evidence of how the police protect their own. We see this on a daily basis, the women who are married to perpetrators who work in the police are further silenced and oppressed. ![]()
It’s a good time to remind you, that in Lancashire we have a super confidential support line where you don’t even have to give your name. 0330 1 34 34 34
Met Police officer David Carrick admits to being serial rapist — BBC News
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David Carrick admits 49 offences against 12 victims, including multiple rapes, over two decades.
Proud to support local charities - #teamgbis have again donated a 12ft Christmas tree to the amazing Emily Davison Centre in Accrington. To read more about the wonderful services this charity provides click on the link www.harvoutreach.org.uk/![]()
#supportlocal #teamgbis #charity #christmas2022 #lancashire
We’re all worried about the cost of living crisis. From groceries, utility bills to petrol, everything is getting more expensive. But for women experiencing abuse, this crisis could mean the difference between life and death. ![]()
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Lack of economic safety forces women to stay with abusers longer than they want to, meaning they experience more harm as a result. Not being financially secure means women who flee are unsure if they will be able to provide for their children. Fear of losing their children or them becoming homeless or hungry can force them to stay. ![]()
Help us be there to support women and their children to escape abuse this winter. Please donate to our lifesaving work: www.womensaid.org.uk/winter-appeal-2022
Timeline photosDomestic Abuse Anonymous Helpline for anyone living in Lancashire.![]()
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Call: 03330 1 34 34 34 📲 between Monday - Friday - 10am - 2pm.![]()
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This service is here for you to talk and be listened to. Find out about your rights & options and get advice on personal safety or legal services.![]()
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If you are in immediate danger call 999.
Timeline photosDomestic Abuse Anonymous Helpline for anyone living in Lancashire.![]()
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Call: 03330 1 34 34 34 📲 between Monday - Friday - 10am - 2pm.![]()
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This service is here for you to talk and be listened to. Find out about your rights & options and get advice on personal safety or legal services.![]()
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If you are in immediate danger call 999.
Kindness makes the world go round. Thanks to Calder Community Kindness, We have warm pj's, and dressing gowns plus lots of great presents for families in need this winter.
With Christmas approaching the Emily Davison centre is looking at ways to support family’s and individual during this time - keep an eye on our social media for more information.
NEW 24 hour helpline for victims of rape ![]()
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To contact the helpline, dial 0808 500 2222 or visit www.247sexualabusesupport.org.uk.
New 24-hour helpline launched to offer support to victims of rape
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It means specialists will be on hand at any time by phone or online to offer support.
An important read
Calls for domestic abuse register to stop ‘chilling’ numbers of domestic homicides
www.independent.co.uk
Exclusive: ‘We need to see that very often there is a long history of domestic abuse. It is not just something that is against one partner,’ shadow justice minister says
With all the excitement of Christmas going up in the office, Bella the therapy dog is exhausted.
Timeline photosDo you know what a SARC is? ![]()
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In the North West, the local SARCs are:![]()
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Merseyside: SAFE Place Merseyside ![]()
Cheshire/Manchester: Saint Mary's Centre Sexual Assault Referral Centre ![]()
Lancashire: The Lancashire SAFE Centre - SARC ![]()
Cumbria: The Bridgeway SARC ![]()
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Find your local service via our site: orlo.uk/8Ebyo
Blackburne House Group School for Social Entrepreneurs in Cornwall Lloyds Bank Foundation celebrating 10 years of the social entrepreneur school and our chair is graduating today. The National Lottery Community Fund
This research is really worth a read. We at the EDC believe that every area should have a specialist hub like the one in Hyndburn.
‘Unjust’ postcode lottery risks domestic abuse victims' lives, says commissioner | ITV News
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New research shows huge regional inequalities in access to support, according to the domestic abuse commissioner’s report. | ITV National News