Our vision is to break the cycle of domestic abuse, today and for future generations.
Berkshire Women’s Aid stands as a vital lifeline for those affected by domestic abuse. We provide confidential support, advocacy, and services to everyone experiencing domestic abuse, with safe refuge accommodation for women and children across Reading, Bracknell, Wokingham, and West Berkshire.
Our vision is to break the cycle of domestic abuse, today and for future generations.
Our mission is to work with survivors to find immediate routes to safety to recover and rebuild. We are part of a community tackling the impact of domestic abuse.
All BWA activities are underpinned by a set of values adopted by the organisation’s volunteers, staff, management and trustees:
Welcoming and empowering – we listen, encourage and empower
informed choices
Places of safety – we provide environments where anyone using our services can talk freely, live safely and think about the future
We do not judge – we listen and provide an environment where people using the service can recognise that some aspects of their life are not the way they want them to be
Trust – you can trust us: confidentiality is paramount and people using our service can count on professional, highly skilled support
Equality – we believe in providing support to anyone who needs it, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability
Raising awareness – We encourage everyone to understand domestic abuse and violence, to seek support and report concerns.
Services to Guide You to Safety
