How to fundraise for women escaping violence through any London Marathon Events
Fundraise through the London Marathon with LAWA and transform your challenge into real support. Together, we can provide safety and hope for survivors. Latin American Women’s Aid (LAWA) is calling on everyone taking part in any London Marathon Events to dedicate their efforts to a cause that saves lives. By setting up a fundraising page […]
Sexual abuse & sexual violence awareness week: 7 key realities we must address
From 3rd to 9th February 2025, we mark Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week, a crucial time to shed light on the realities of sexual violence, the challenges survivors face, and the steps we can take towards healing, prevention, and justice. At Latin American Women’s Aid (LAWA), we work tirelessly to support Latin American, […]
A Collective Call to Action: LAWA’s 16 Days of Activism 2024
As the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence draws to a close, Latin American Women’s Aid (LAWA) reflects on a transformative and impactful campaign. This year, our “We Are LAWA” initiative not only highlighted the profound challenges faced by Black, Latin American and global majority women affected by domestic violence but also celebrated their resilience and […]
Black and minoritised survivors of gender based violence are at greater risk of becoming homeless
For Black and minoritised survivors, domestic abuse is a cruel and complex issue that leaves lasting physical and emotional scars. Women are the most affected by domestic abuse, statistics from the last ONS bulletin showed that in 2021, women were around twice as likely to have experienced domestic abuse than men. However, their gendered experience has been […]