Domestic Abuse doesn’t just affect people. All too often pets become part of the abusive tactics used by perpetrators, as a prime means to coerce and control. The emotional ties a victim feels towards their dog or cat is used to ensure that they don’t leave. Pets can also be subjected to violence and abuse […]
Oasis volunteer Helen reflects on her experience helping someone affected by domestic abuse in the 1970s and what’s changed for people today. During my winter break, I have time to reflect on what a very privileged life I enjoy; how very lucky I am. To think how life has changed over the years. The path […]
Oasis and Choices Domestic Abuse Services have come together as one organisation, creating an even stronger service across East Kent, Medway and North Kent. The sister organisations are now one, Oasis, having worked closely together over the last year to strengthen and enhance provision across Dover, Thanet, Medway, Dartford, Gravesham and Maidstone. By combining expertise, […]
CEO Deb reflects on the destructive nature of the chronic avoidance of accountability Valentine’s is upon us. At Oasis, we can’t help but reflect on this day with mixed feelings. Having recently listened to FKA Twigs talk frankly, openly and bravely about her experience to Louis Theroux for his Grounded podcast, I reflected on this […]
The “rough sex” defence was outlawed on Monday 6 July 2020 in England and Wales. The amendment forms part of the new Domestic Abuse Bill, which is entering the Report Stage in the House of Commons. This is an important step for the justice system and for people, particularly women, who experience abuse, and we […]
In 2020, we are not only facing a global crisis caused by the Coronavirus pandemic, but we continue to face a global issue when it comes to the attitudes towards domestic abuse. Richard Madeley’s irresponsible comments recently are just one symptom of a virus that has spread through our society for decades, centuries and millennia […]
We are delighted to announce that Margate-based Counter Editions are producing a three-colour lithograph print by artist Tracey Emin, who grew up in the seaside town and now has a studio there. The work, titled No Time For Love (2020) will be available from Thursday 14 May 2020 from www.countereditions.com and is an edition of […]
Our Early Intervention & Prevention team has found ways to support children and young people remotely, from drawing pictures together on video calls related to feelings being experienced to using ‘The Great Isolation Activity Book’ and helping older ones to plan a daily schedule and routine to help their mental wellbeing. Children’s Support Worker Amy […]
Last year Oasis was 25 years old. Our Fundraising Manager Loukia Michael 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 vital now as it was when we launched in 1994. I don’t want to say we […]
