WomenCentre

02/02/2026

This Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week, we’re launching a specialist new service, supporting victims and survivors of stalking.

'Safer Steps' provides practical advice, safety planning and help for anyone who needs it.

To find out more, visit https://safersteps.uk/home/

02/02/2026

This week across Changing Lives we are supporting Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week 💜

We deliver services supporting s*x workers, people who’ve experienced s*xual exploitation, and those involved in survival s*x, groups often at heightened risk yet are often the least believed, least supported, and most stigmatised.

5.1 million adults faced domestic abuse, s*xual assault or stalking last year - that’s 1 in 10 people.

We remain committed to supporting survivors of Sexual Abuse and Violence and tackling it in all its forms.

02/02/2026

02/02/2026

Today is the start of Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week.
We decided to start the week by sharing some shocking statistics (Up to date stats taken from the R**e Crisis website).
These statistics say it all. This is not acceptable. This is a s*xual abuse pandemic.

If you need support on this topic, please reach out to talk. You are not alone.
The are lots of local and national organisations which can help you if you just want to talk, or to explore your options i.e. if you are trying to decide whether to report to the police.

Kirklees, Calderdale and Wakefield RASAC - s*xual assault and abuse support in Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield.

SARSVL - s*xual assault and abuse support in Leeds.

The Hazlehurst Centre - West Yorkshire Sexual Assault Referral Centre

VS West Yorkshire - Victim Support West Yorkshire support for all crime types including s*xual assaults and abuse.

R**eCrisis England & Wales - national support and information.

30/01/2026

On Monday 2nd Feb a documentary will be shown on BBC2 at 9pm called 'Lover Liar Predator'. (It will be available to watch on iPlayer from Sun 1st Feb).
This extraordinary film tells the story of four courageous women — all harmed by the same dangerous man — who refuse to stay silent. Together, they join forces to hold him to account, take him to trial, and ultimately bring him to justice.

At the heart of this documentary are the women’s voices, their truth, and their strength. And 'Own My Life' plays a vital role in helping to put the abuser behind bars.

Our Calderdale Staying Safe team run the 'Own My Life' 12 week course throughout the year.
Please do get in touch on 01422 323339 if you are affected by the documentary or would like to know more about the 'Own My Life' course.

29/01/2026

📢 New group course dates - two new groups start the at our Huddersfield WomenCentre the first week in March:

Relationship Group - starts Tues 3rd March 11am-1pm
A 6 week group for women who have difficulty in relationships, past or present, with family, partners or peers etc.

Wellbeing for Women in Later Life - starts Wed 4th March 11am-1pm
A 6 week programme for women aged late 30's+ who want to explore new ways to improve their mental and physical health holistically.

Call our Huddersfield office to register to join these groups: 01484 450866 or email wmh@womencentre.org.uk for more info.

28/01/2026

Just a quick reminder about this event happening tomorrow - You’re invited to our report launch 📢
Join us to learn about the powerful work of the Mothers Apart: Common Threads Collective, who have been working as lived-experience advisers alongside Lancaster University.

Keeping Mothers in Mind is a study about the unmet mental health needs of mothers who have children removed through the family courts. Placing lived experience at the heart of research.

🗓 Thursday 29 January
⏰ 1:00–2:30pm
📍Huddersfield Mission, 3-13 Lord Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1QA
☕ Refreshments provided

To book a place or find out more please contact Siobhan Beckwith - PPI Lead, siobhan.beckwith@womencentre.org.uk / 07590 445847.

We’d love you to come along and be part of the conversation.

26/01/2026

🧵 New Sewing Group – Starting next week in Dewsbury! 🧵

Join our small sewing circle with our wonderful volunteer Barbara in a warm, comfortable space at our Dewsbury hub💛

Come and learn everyday sewing skills, including:
✂️ Threading a sewing machine
✂️ Sewing in a straight line
✂️ Sewing a button
✂️ Turning up trousers
…and much more!

This is a relaxed and supportive group, perfect for building confidence and practical skills – no experience needed 😊

📍 Where: Empire House, First Floor, Dewsbury
🕚 When: Mondays, 11am–12pm
📅 Dates: Starts Mon 2nd Feb

📞 For more information:
• Dewsbury office (Mondays): 07714 489 445
• Main Huddersfield office: 01484 450866

We’d love to see you there!

23/01/2026

This is the real life impact of the support we offer.
To the woman that wrote this, thank you for sharing this with us 💜

If you or someone you know would like support due to domestic abuse, please contact us on 01422 323339, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

23/01/2026

As we get closer to International Women's Day 2026, we're asking what can you do to support the cause?

International Women’s Day is a powerful opportunity to celebrate women, raise awareness, and take action on the issues that matter most.

We’re inviting individuals, community groups, organisations, schools and partners to get involved by:
💜Organising events or activities
💜Hosting fundraisers
💜Raising awareness in your workplace or community
💜Supporting women-centred causes in ways that feel meaningful to you

Whether your idea is big or small, every action makes a difference.

➡️If you’d like to get involved, collaborate, or have an idea you’d like support with, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Get in touch to start a conversation and be part of International Women’s Day 2026 - email info@womencentre.org.uk

22/01/2026

Just a quick reminder about this event happening next Thursday - You’re invited to our report launch 📢
Join us to learn about the powerful work of the Mothers Apart: Common Threads Collective, who have been working as lived-experience advisers alongside Lancaster University.

Keeping Mothers in Mind is a study about the unmet mental health needs of mothers who have children removed through the family courts. Placing lived experience at the heart of research.

🗓 Thursday 29 January
⏰ 1:00–2:30pm
📍Huddersfield Mission, 3-13 Lord Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1QA
☕ Refreshments provided

To book a place or find out more please contact Siobhan Beckwith - PPI Lead, siobhan.beckwith@womencentre.org.uk / 07590 445847.

We’d love you to come along and be part of the conversation.

21/01/2026

An excellent opportunity to feedback into a really important topic...

Have you or someone you know been bereaved by su***de?

Your insight could help others and shape proposals seeking to improve support for people affected by su***de.

We invite you to join us at an upcoming session to share insight and ideas for better su***de bereavement care in Calderdale.

We are hosting two sessions:

👋 In-person:
Wednesday 4th February,
1.30pm - 3pm.
At: Orange Box Young People's Centre, 1 Blackledge, Halifax, HX1 1AF.

💻 Online:
Tuesday 10th February,
5.30pm - 7pm.
Online via Zoom video call.

Please book to attend either session here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/su***de-prevention-network-calderdale-3477249?just_published=true

Or give us a call on 01422 345 154

The sessions will be sensitive, compassionate and supportive spaces for you to share your experience of su***de bereavement and input into future plans.