Today’s been called the most important political event for women in 2016, but why? Parliament has its second debate on the Istanbul Convention. It’s a name that doesn’t give away much and it’s easy to miss why this is so important to us in England. But, the Istanbul Convention is the most comprehensive Pan-Europe legal [...]
On day twelve of ‘16 days of action to end violence against women and girls’, we’d like to say a big thank-you to Waitrose in Bedford for their support. As part of a Veris led project, Waitrose donate surplus and ‘good to eat’ food, which has just gone past its sell by date, to local [...]
Here at Stepping Stones we believe that every woman should have the opportunity to gain the strength, knowledge and support to help prevent and take action against gendered violence and domestic abuse. We have a dedicated team of Women’s Support Practitioners who work closely with women affected by domestic abuse and trauma and provide a [...]
We’ve purposely launched our new website to coincide with the international 16 days of action to end gendered violence, which starts today on the 25th November 2016. 16 days is NOT about saying that all men commit violent offences, or are any less deserving of support than women. We believe everyone has the right to [...]
Stepping Stones would like to say a big thank you to Floral Angels, who have today kindly donated bouquets of restyled flowers to clients completing our Beyond Trauma programme. Katie Morgan, Chief Executive of Stepping Stones ‘the Floral Angel arrangements were beautiful and our team were really pleased to be able to pass them on [...]
At Stepping Stones we are always happy to see websites taking affirmative action against all types of abuse. Recently, soLUTiONs launched a new domestic abuse website to help those living with domestic abuse to recognise the symptoms, and to find support services to help them change their situations, whether that is leaving or staying. They [...]
A recent report by the HMIC (Her Majesty's Inspectorate for Constabularies) has indicated that the Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire police forces are increasingly failing victims of domestic abuse, stating that "victims face a lottery in the way their cases are treated". To read the full report, follow the link to the ITV/ Anglia News website below: [...]
I had a week off in Costa del Luton - really was with the weather over 90 each day. The only thing missing was the sea but unplanned we went to Bournemouth for a couple of days. The sea and sand lovely and the beaches full not to mention the four poster bed!! Back in [...]
The following article is a project assignment by Nicole Newbery. We thought it would be a great thing to share since it provides further insight into the work that Stepping Stones Luton undertakes. We hope you enjoy her work. Introduction Stepping Stones is “an independent, non-profit making, Community interest company.” Stepping Stones offer free and [...]
Domestic violence is becoming more commonplace these days, but you don't have to suffer the physical or emotional scars alone. Stepping Stones are here to help you. People of all ages and races experience domestic abuse, including: • Physical abuse • Emotional abuse • Sexual abuse And should you be a victim of abuse, here [...]
