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WWA supports Welsh Government's 6 Nations Domestic Abuse Campaign

Communities Minister, Carl Sargeant launched a campaign today (3rd Feb) to tackle the increased levels of domestic violence that occur around the time of major sporting events such as the Six Nations rugby tournament.

First Minister launches Christmas domestic abuse campaign with WWA's support

Today (5th December), the Welsh Government launched their Christmas campaign to tackle domestic abuse. The launch took place in Cardiff City Centre, where a giant Letter to Santa was set up to raise awareness of the detrimental effects of domestic abuse on children and young people. This is the second stage of the Welsh Government's "Live Fear Free" campaign to tackle violence against women in Wales.

Minister, Cardiff Devils and Cardiff City FC speak out against VAW for White Ribbon Day

"Domestic abuse is a hidden problem but it affects so many women and children in Wales - the statistics are shocking. We are proud to support Welsh Women's Aid in their vital work supporting women and children. It's vital that men take a stand against violence towards women and for that reason we're supporting the White Ribbon Campaign."

TAKE ACTION NOW: SAVE LEGAL AID

Next Monday 31 October, the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill will be debated by MPs in the House of Commons.

“Light a Candle” to mark International Day to End Violence Against Women

BAWSO Women’s Aid and Welsh Women’s Aid are organising this year’s annual ecumenical "Light a Candle" service in Llandaff Cathedral to mark International Day to End Violence Against Women ("White Ribbon Day"), please see the agenda.

If you are a Welsh Women's Aid member group and would like to advertise a volunteering vacancy on this page please contact Kirstie Pavey

Volunteering Opportunities

Cardiff WA Volunteering Opportunities

Are you looking to make a positive change for women in YOUR local community?

Cardiff Women’s Aid is currently recruiting Women’s Rights Champions to volunteer as part of an emerging women’s rights project.  

Women’s Rights Champions will work to increase knowledge and understanding of women’s rights at the heart of the community, particularly as they impact on issues of violence against women (and specifically domestic violence and abuse).

The project will work to change attitudes and behaviour through one to one, group and community action.

  • Volunteers will receive free comprehensive training and expenses.
  • Women only need apply. Exemption sought under section 7(2) (e) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975.
  • For further information or an application pack please email or telephone (029) 20460566.