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On Becoming A Guinea Fowl Film

News | 9 December, 2024

We would like to encourage everyone to see On Becoming A Guinea Fowl as it powerfully addresses themes of sexual violence and the impact of violence against women. The film’s exploration of hidden family secrets and the trauma that often remains unspoken aligns with Bawso’s ongoing work in supporting survivors...

Save the date: FGM Awareness Event 6th of February 2025

Events | 19 November, 2024

We are delighted to invite you to join us at our annual knowledge exchange event on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) to be held on the 6th February 2025 from 9am to 13:00hrs at Brangwyn Hall in Swansea. This is one of the UN international days of Zero Tolerance to Female...

Bawso Stories: Landmarks of Personal History

Events | 11 November, 2024

Event details: Date and time: Wednesday, November 13 · 11am - 12:30pm GMT Location: St. Fagans National Museum of HistorySt. Fagans National Museum of History Cardiff CF5 6XB ‘Bawso Stories: Landmarks of Personal History’ is a screening of a series of short films followed by a panel conversation. The short...

Bawso Announcement of the CEO

News | 29 October, 2024

We are pleased to announce that Samsunear Ali has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of Bawso. With her extensive leadership experience and a compelling vision for the future, Samsunear is well-equipped to guide our organisation to new heights. Having been an invaluable part of the Bawso team for...

Light A Candle Event 2024

Events | 2 September, 2024

The Light A Candle Event brought together a powerful community of supporters for a day of unity, remembrance, and hope. Participants marched from Llamau Office to Llandaff Cathedral, advocating for a future free from violence. At the cathedral, guests heard from inspiring speakers, faith leaders, and survivors during a heartfelt...

Joint Statement: Non-Statutory First Responder Capacity and Resources

News | 16 August, 2024

Over the last few years, various organisations in the modern slavery and trafficking sector have raised concerns about a lack of capacity and resources for non-statutory First Responders to the National Referral Mechanism (“NRM”) to perform their role of referring potential survivors of trafficking and modern slavery for identification and...

Bawso Oral Stories Launch Event

Events | 22 July, 2024

Join us for the launch of Bawso Stories, a special project celebrating the individuals, stories, and heritage of the Bawso community. In collaboration with the University of South Wales and Amgueddfa Cymru, we invite you to an afternoon filled with inspiring speeches, story screenings, and networking. 📅 Date: Thursday, 19th...

Change that lasts funded by Esmee Fairbairn Foundation

News | 13 June, 2024

We are delighted to announce new funding from Esmee Fairbairn Foundation towards policy and influencing work. There are many changes taking place within the legislative landscape in the UK that have a direct impact on women victims of abuse and violence from minority ethnic backgrounds. The funding supports Bawso’s work...

A visit to National Museum Cardiff

News | 3 May, 2024

A visit to the National Museum Cardiff by Bawso Newport service users promises an enriching experience filled with cultural treasures and artistic wonders. National Museum Cardiff is located in the heart of Wales' capital city, showcases a diverse range of exhibits, spanning art, natural history, and archaeology. Inside the museum,...

Bridgend Soroptimists donate to Bawso

News | 1 May, 2024

10th of April 2024 Soroptimist International Bridgend and District have donated a cheque of £1550 to Bawso towards meeting the immediate needs of Service users supported by Bawso. Service users will use the money to buy baby food which has skyrocketed and meet other needs including baby clothes and additional...

Bawso at Llanberis Slate Museum

News | 30 April, 2024

In the heart of Llanberis, lies the Slate Museum—a testament to the region's rich industrial heritage. As the women stepped through the museum's weathered doors, they were so excited to see the cottages and they immediately started asking questions about the rich heritage and taking pictures to remember this rare...

A trip to Welsh museums

News | 8 April, 2024

Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Bawso BME Oral Stories project, under the guidance of Dr. Sophia Kier-Byfield from the University of South Wales, embarked on a mission to co-produce narratives of ‘finding home’ with survivors supported by Bawso. This initiative is pivotal in capturing and preserving the...

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