This chapter shares a deeply personal account of surviving domestic abuse and the journey from victim to advocate. It sheds light on the emotional and systemic challenges faced by those trying to escape toxic relationships — and how those experiences inspired the foundation and mission of our charity.

It’s an honest reflection on pain, resilience, and purpose, written to offer hope and understanding to others on the same path.

“My personal experience as a survivor of domestic abuse has given me profound insight into the challenges facing service users, particularly when navigating systems that should protect them.”