We are raising money for Refuge because of a social prayers giving by Ms. Burns at the start of the school year, which highlighted the drastic effects of lockdown on domestic abuse and its prominence in the UK.

One woman in four will experience domestic violence at some point in her lifetime and two women are killed each week in England and Wales by a current or former partner. Refuge supports around 6,000 women & children on any given day, experiencing domestic and sexual violence, female genital mutilation, forced marriage, stalking, trafficking, prostitution & so-called ‘honour’ based violence.

They also offer professional services and support for men who are victims of abuse. Right now, Refuge is under immense pressure.

By kindly sponsoring me today you are helping to save and change the lives of thousands of women and children escaping domestic violence.Thank you.