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What does the Domestic Abuse Bill mean for women?View
Domestic abuse is a reality in households of every social strata and even faith groups. Two women a week die at the hands of their partners or ex-partners, and one in five children experience domestic abuse growing up. The level of support victims are eligible to receive is a postcode …
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Celebrating 10 years of RestoredView
Today, 7th July, we're celebrating Restored's 10th birthday. In celebration, we've just launched our latest campaign, #ChangingTheStory. It’s been an incredible decade and we’re thankful for the change we’ve seen, the churches we’ve trained and the amazing people who have supported us along the way.As we turn ten, we’ve been …
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Encouraging the Church to speak about domestic abuseView
GUEST BLOG: Having attended our training, Stephen Roberts shares his reflections.I’ve always been aware that domestic abuse occurs in churches but it’s not something that’s talked about very much. In fact, if I’m honest I have only very rarely been involved in conversations that address the subject. The rise in …
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Two great commands: a reflection for Holy WeekView
An Easter reflection on the cross. We’re called to action without selfishness; to giving without seeking anything in return. One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, ‘Of all the commandments, which is the …
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Working from home and domestic abuseView
We are living in unprecedented times with the rapid spread of Coronavirus and governments around the world taking action in different ways. In the UK, the government has encouraged working from home where possible, social distancing and self isolation for 14 days if you feel unwell with Coronavirus symptoms. These …
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Coronavirus: action Restored is takingView
We are sure you have seen the latest UK government guidance on COVID-19, the Coronavirus, and the measures that are being taken to ensure people stay well. These include:Work from home where possibleSocial distancingAvoid unnecessary travelSelf-isolationWash your hands frequently for 20 seconds or more.UK government updates can be found here.Restored’s …
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The different faces of evil: responding to abusers in the newsView
In the last week, two stories of sexual abuse have been highlighted in the media: Harvey Weinstein, a titan of Hollywood, was convicted of rape and a criminal sex act, while a posthumous investigation into Jean Vanier, the founder of L’Arche, found that he had sexually abused six women.On the …
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Press Release: Welcoming our new Partnerships ManagerView
Welcoming our new Partnerships Manager For immediate release 15 January 2020 Welcoming our new Partnerships Manager We're pleased to share with you the news that Esther Elshen has joined the team at Restored as our new Partnerships Manager. She will be working with us to grow our offer for supporters, …
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Press Release: Mandy Marshall appointed as Director for Gender Justice for the Anglican CommunionView
Anglican Communion appoints international anti-gender-based violence campaigner For Immediate Release: 5 December 2019 Anglican Communion appoints international anti-gender-based violence campaigner The Anglican Communion has appointed Mandy Marshall, a leading international campaigner against gender-based violence, as its new Director for Gender Justice. Mandy, who is currently Co-Director of Restored, a charity …
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Mood Manipulation as a Method of Coercive ControlView
Mood Manipulation as a Method of Coercive Control Emotional manipulators can also maintain control through their moods which can vary so drastically that you don’t know what to expect so you are always walking on eggshells - you may find yourself amending your behaviour constantly trying to appease him. Abusers …