Jonathan's House Ministries

21/07/2025

20/07/2025

This question was out of the blue, and considering the previous week where I was told I was wasting my time even considering asking to go into schools, colleges or universities... this was an amazing question, that alongside the conversations afterwards on that afternoon have created an amazing opportunity for Jonathan's House

20/07/2025

Some of the pictures from our Supporting Men, Boys and Families CPD launch event at the Senedd. Thank you to Natasha Asghar MS Laura Anne Jones MS and Dr Altaff Hussain for sponsoring the event. I am hoping this will be the start of a long and beautiful journey, Jonathan's House and welsh government working together to help ALL VICTIMS of domestic abuse.

17/07/2025

A very kind review of yesterday's event by Richard Spencer

"Major milestone for male domestic abuse victim support in Wales.
Yesterday, Jonathan's House Ministries launched its 8-module CPD training programme - live from the Welsh Assembly (Senedd).
The theme? "Transforming Support: CPD Training for Agencies Supporting Men and Their Families."
Why this matters: Men who've experienced domestic or childhood abuse are often left out of the conversation - and out of services:
A V Legal system bias Lack of male-specific services A Cultural pressures
Jonathan's House is changing that.
The day began with Jody Goldsworthy on BBC Radio Wales discussing the work of Jonathan's House and why they exist.
The Welsh Assembly launch event featured insights from Susie Bennett, PhD's MANUP? funded research on why su***de is still the leading cause of death for men under O in the UK.
Action & Advocacy
G Inclusive Services: Make help gender-neutral and trauma-informed.
Awareness Campaigns: Challenge the narrative that only women suffer abuse.
G- Policy Reform: Fund survivor-led initiatives built from experience- not assumptions.
Highlights & Next Steps:
-Engaging conversations with MPs and local council epresentatives
- Meaningful interest in a new strategy for recognising male victims of abuse
-Jonathan's House tasked with piloting a programme for schools and colleges in Wales
The goal? Speak with young people from primary school age to university to raise awareness early and cut down the average time it takes for boys to disclose abuse.
This is about prevention, education, and cultural change - not just crisis support.
The day ended with a national spot on BBC Radio 5 Live, where Jody shared their vision and details of their Safehouse Initiative.
Safehouse lnitiative for Male Victims: Short and long-term refuge Y Counselling, trauma care & life skills support Confidential, non-judgemental environments
Their bigger vision: ○ Educate the public X Train professionals

16/07/2025

I have been invited to do an interview on BBC Radio 5 live this evening at 5:40pm to talk about the work of Jonathan's House and our new safehouse place

16/07/2025

Jody has been asked to do an interview this morning with BBC radio Wales at 8:35am, he will be talking about the work of Jonathan's House Ministries and also the launch of our new services in the Senedd this afternoon at 12pm. If you would like a link to the livestream for the senedd event today please let us know and we can send it across for you.

05/07/2025

Overview
We are thrilled to invite you to the exclusive launch event of our new CPD-accredited training program.taking place at the Pierhead Building What to Expect:
:CPD Points: Attendees willeceive CPD points for completing the full event, which can be added to your professional CV.
•Exclusive Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges male victims of domestic abuse face, and how we can create supportive spaces for them to disclose and seek help.
:Opening Remarks: Hear from key figures in the domestic abuse sector about the importance of equipping professionals with knowledge and skills to offer tailored support to men, boys, and their families.
•Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and organisations passionate about transforming the way we support male victims of abuse.
Throughout this event, we willshare our experiences of supporting men and boys who have faced abuse and the often-overlooked omplex dynamics that prevent them from reaching out for help. By understanding these barriers, we can work together to create services that truly meet the needs of men, boys, and their families.

We have a few tickets left, it would be great if you could join us.

We are thrilled to invite you to the exclusive launch event of our new CPD-accredited training program.taking place at the Pierhead Building

01/07/2025

To every man facing abuse, we see you, and we’re here to support you. No one deserves to endure abuse.

Reach out, and let us help you find peace and healing.⁠

🌐 jonathanshouse.org.uk⁠
📞 0800 524 4202⁠

21/06/2025

At Jonathan's House, we believe in fostering strong connections within our community and beyond! If you'd like to stay in the loop with all the exciting updates and happenings here, we invite you to join our mailing list. Simply reach out to our friendly admin team at office@jonathanshouse.org.uk, and we'll be thrilled to add you. Stay connected and be a part of our journey!

17/06/2025

We are excited to announce an upcoming CPD accredited module that will take place on Saturday, June 28th, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Compassion Church, Nolton Street, Bridgend. This course is specifically designed for safeguarding officers, faith leaders, and youth pastors who are committed to enhancing the safety and well-being of their communities.

Join us for this important training session, where doors will open at 9:30 AM for a complimentary breakfast of tea, coffee, and light refreshments.

Course Overview

This engaging course will empower faith communities to recognize and report abuse, navigate ethical dilemmas, and strengthen safeguarding practices. Participants will take part in interactive sessions focused on identifying various forms of abuse, understanding the complexities of ethical reporting, and implementing effective safeguarding measures.

Throughout the course, attendees will explore the challenges surrounding abuse in faith-based settings and discover actionable strategies to address these issues within their communities. By the end of the event, participants will leave equipped with practical tools and insights to enhance their safeguarding procedures and improve reporting mechanisms.

Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself and your community! Join us in fostering a culture of safety and support. To register for this free course, please follow the link below. We look forward to seeing you there!

This course empowers faith communities to recognize and report abuse, navigate ethical dilemmas, and strengthen safeguarding practices.

12/06/2025

This course empowers faith communities to recognize and report abuse, navigate ethical dilemmas, and strengthen safeguarding practices.