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Beyond Pride: Understanding the Mental Impact of Domestic Abuse in LGBTQ+ Relationships Year-Round

By Hannah St George Trigger warning: This article discusses domestic abuse, self-harm, suicide, and substance misuse. Pride season may be over, but domestic abuse in LGBTQ+ relationships doesn’t stop when the celebrations end. At Oasis, we understand that living with domestic abuse is relentless. That’s why we provide inclusive, trauma-informed support year-round for anyone experiencing […]

alex nurse
September 25, 2025

As temperatures soar, so does domestic abuse: One mother’s story of surviving the school holidays

Claire was just 15 when she met the man that would become her husband of 29 years. Back then their relationship was full of promise and adventure – they back packed across the world, made plans for the future and talked about one day starting a family. Life together was good. But even in those […]

alex nurse
July 18, 2025

Meet & Learn event for HR professionals brings insight and collaboration

Written by Oasis supporter and speaker at the event, Amanda Nicholls of HR Solve It: “I had the absolute pleasure of presenting at a brilliant session organised by Oasis Domestic Abuse Service, held at the at WonderWorks (Hornby) in Margate. The venue is also home to Banksy’s Valentine’s Day Mascara, a striking and thought-provoking piece […]

Holly Broadley
July 7, 2025

Domestic abuse and suicide: the deadly link we must stop ignoring

For the second consecutive year, more people have died by suicide after experiencing domestic abuse than have been killed by their abusive partners. In the year to March 2024, 98 people took their own lives after experiencing domestic abuse, compared to 80 who were killed by a partner or ex. This is a devastating fact […]

alex nurse
May 8, 2025

Adolescence: Exposing the dangerous link between online toxic masculinity and violence against women and girls

Is there anything left to say about Netflix’s new drama Adolescence? Stephen Graham’s harrowing series exploring the toxic online incel culture and its devastating impact on young people has gripped the nation over the last few weeks and sparked endless discussions. Adolescence isn’t just another drama – it’s a powerful and chilling reminder of the […]

alex nurse
April 2, 2025

Derrick Downs is walking 90 miles in 9 days for his 90th birthday all in support of Oasis

90th birthday. 90 miles. 9 days.

Claire Fenley
December 4, 2024

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

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

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