Advance opens its new Women’s Centre in Kent to support women in contact with the criminal justice system
Advance’s Women’s Centre in Canterbury is the eighth centre to be opened since the charity began 25 years ago, in addition to local hubs to support women. Advance is the largest charity supporting over 2700 women in contact with the criminal justice system each year nationally. In addition to Kent, Advance also works in partnership […]
New play written and acted by women who have been imprisoned performed at Hammersmith Women’s Centre
The play is written and acted by women who have lived experience of the prison system and have been supported by Advance and Clean Break. Advance’s new West London Women’s Centre hosted a performance on 1st March 2023 for staff and women using its domestic abuse and community support services. Niki Scordi, CEO of Advance, […]
Response to Ministry of Justice Female Offender Strategy Delivery Plan.
Commenting on the Female Offender Strategy Delivery Plan published the Ministry of Justice, Niki Scordi, CEO at Advance, said: A woman supported by Advance’s Diversion Service said: -ENDS- For all press enquiries, please contact: E: Press@advancecharity.org.uk M: 07950 780114 Notes for Editors Women in contact with the criminal justice system report multiple needs and trauma […]
Advance announces fundraising partnership with Anglo-Recycling
Advance, the sector-leading women’s charity, has announced a new partnership with the recycling company Anglo-Recycling, to benefit from income gained through their doorstep collections service, and to support better sustainability in the clothing industry. The partnership with Anglo’s doorstep collections service will provide much-needed funds for Advance’s core services, supporting women and girls who experience […]
Advance ‘16 Days of Activism’ campaign highlights the importance of safe spaces for young women and girls
Advance, the sector-leading women’s charity, launches its campaign, #ASafePlaceToGrow to mark the United Nation’s annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence initiative focusing on the needs of young women and girls. Advance is using its social media platforms to highlight the importance of safe spaces for young women and girls and will explore the […]
Statement on behalf of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) organisations in England & Wales on the Cost of Living Crisis
To Government: Set up an Emergency Fund to support all women and children subjected to male violence and prevent the risk of death or destitution, including migrant women and women with no recourse to public funds, to be distributed by women’s sector infrastructure organisations in England and Wales. These organisations will be accountable to the […]