The Diddy Verdict and the Ongoing Failure to Understand Abuse
By Danielle Georgiou, Domestic Abuse Partnership Specialist at Oasis The disappointing outcome in the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combes is another all-too-common narrative of an abusive, power-hungry and misogynistic person using his privileges in life to extort, control, seriously harm and endanger multiple victims’ lives. But people will always seem to question the victims’ choices […]
- Juliette Lyons
- July 3, 2025
Oasis responds to the Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of a woman
In light of the recent Supreme Court ruling, which ruled that the legal definition of a woman, according to the Equality Act 2010, is based on biological sex, we want to send love to our trans siblings, and to reassure our community that how we deliver our services, and who we deliver our services to […]
- Juliette Lyons
- April 29, 2025
Business leaders take on sleep-out challenge for Oasis
Over £12,000 was raised as Team Oasis took on chilly temperatures at Leeds Castle
- Juliette Lyons
- April 8, 2025
Disability and Domestic Abuse
Disabled women in the UK are more than twice as likely to experience domestic abuse compared to women who aren’t disabled. The abuse they face usually lasts for a longer period of time, and with greater severity. If you’re disabled, your abuser may also be your carer, making you more reliant on them. You can […]
- Juliette Lyons
- December 3, 2024
New CAFCASS Domestic Abuse Policy has the potential to bring important changes for survivors of abuse
“Errors in judgement persist with terrible consequences for child and adult victims”, CAFCASS Domestic Abuse Practice Policy 2024 Domestic abuse remains a significant concern in family court cases, with 40% of private law cases involving domestic abuse allegations. The Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (CAFCASS), through Family Court Advisors (FCAs), plays a […]
- Juliette Lyons
- November 21, 2024
Reflecting on three decades of fighting for safety, hope, and healing
Earlier this month supporters and volunteers gathered together at the Turner Contemporary in Margate to mark the 30th anniversary of Oasis. Our Head of Income and Engagement, Jo Dawes, looks at the history of refuges for women, our important work and why this milestone wasn’t a ‘celebration’ but more a reminder that our work is as […]
- Juliette Lyons
- November 5, 2024
Statement from Oasis on Government Plans to Embed Domestic Abuse Specialists in 999 Control Rooms
Oasis Domestic Abuse Service welcomes the Government’s announcement to embed domestic abuse specialists within 999 control rooms across the UK. This is an important step towards improving the immediate response to domestic abuse incidents, ensuring that victims are met with the understanding and support they deserve during their most vulnerable moments. However, while we fully […]
- Juliette Lyons
- September 26, 2024
Reflecting on ‘It Ends with Us’ and Its Portrayal of Domestic Abuse
Recently I took myself for my first ever solo cinema trip, so I thought what better film than the one that is raising awareness and conversations around Domestic Abuse, It Ends with Us.
Trying my hardest to keep an open mind, being fully aware I will be viewing this from a domestic abuse and trauma lens, both from a personal and professional perspective, I settled myself in the shadows of the cinema to watch this much mixed reviewed screening.
- Juliette Lyons
- September 19, 2024
The Cycle of Abuse
Have you ever wondered why it’s so hard to leave an abusive relationship? The cycle of abuse, also known as the cycle of violence, reveals patterns of behavior which repeat over, and over, and over again, and which can make it difficult for someone to break free. By understanding these stages, we can begin to […]
- Juliette Lyons
- September 5, 2024