Anawim

Domestic and financial abuse is a serious issue here in the UK and we empower women to make informed decisions about how to move forward with their lives.

If you are affected by domestic abuse, you’re not alone. Figures show that one in four women will experience abuse in their lifetime and over a hundred women in the UK are killed as a result each year.

Are you one of those affected?

This issue affects women of all ages, backgrounds and sexualities – as we know only too well that domestic abuse can occur within same sex relationships and affect LGBTQ+ communities too, and we have experience understanding the additional complexities involved.

Remember, abuse and coercive control is not just at the hands of a partner, but can be by anyone exerting control over you – whether it is someone in the home, your wider circle of family or friends and in the workplace.

Those who are isolated with little or no support network are particularly vulnerable – that can be older women without children, or those who speak little to no English or cannot read.

Low self-esteem, low income or dependence on someone for money, childcare or accommodation are also factors that can lead to exploitation and prevent women from leaving cycles of unhealthy relationships. Sometimes it can be linked to sexual trauma too. 

Family, religion and cultural expectations may also make you hesitate in coming forward to get help from us, but even if it is just for a chat or for any other support, know that we are always here for you.

At Anawim, we can give you the support you need to become more independent and take control of your life.

Call our free helpline

Call us Monday – Friday between 9am and 5pm on 0800 019 8818

Your conversation will be kept confidential and you do not have to disclose any specific details which may identify you but if there are any concerns for your immediate safety, or that of a child or vulnerable adult, we would need to take action if those details were made available. After our conversation, a record will be stored on our secure database, along with any personal information you share with us. You have the right to access any information we hold about you, so please contact enquiries@anawim.co.uk if you require more information.

Live chat

Press the Live Chat button on every page of their website to reach one of their team online

Available Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Drop-in 

You don’t need an appointment to visit their Drop-in services in Birmingham. 

• For general advice visit Anawim Women’s Centre, Balsall Heath, Mondays to Fridays at 9am- 4:30pm
• For general advice in the Washwood Heath area, visit The Dolphin Women’s Centre, Ward End Park, Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham B8 2HB, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays 10am-2pm