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ABOUT AMANI WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT & SUPPORT ORGANISATION (AWESO)
Amani Women’s Empowerment & Support Organisation (AWESO) is a specialist organisation, committed to empowering, supporting, and advocating for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) women survivors of, or at risk of domestic abuse. Based in the UK and led by and for Black, Asian, and minoritised women, AWESO is dedicated to providing holistic, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed domestic abuse services to women from BAME communities.
Our mission is to offer holistic tailored support that empowers, uplifts, and advocates for BAME women, addressing their unique needs within Psychologically Informed Environments.
Our Vision
At Amani Women’s Empowerment and Support Organisation (AWESO), our vision is clear: we are unwavering in our commitment to ending domestic abuse. We aim to empower Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) women who have survived or are at risk of domestic abuse, guiding them on a path to healing, freedom, and restoration.
More About UsThe Problem
Domestic Violence
Domestic abuse is defined as an incident or pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading and violent behaviour, including sexual violence, in the majority of cases by a partner or ex-partner, but also by a family member or carer.
Domestic abuse is a pervasive issue that affects women across all communities. However, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) women in the UK face unique challenges when it comes to experiencing and seeking help for domestic abuse. These challenges include cultural, social, and systemic barriers that can make it harder for BAME women to seek help, access support, and break free from abusive situations.
Our Work
Our Solution
At AWESO, we understand that domestic abuse affects women in many different ways, and the challenges faced by BAME women can be compounded by cultural, societal, and community factors. We are therefore dedicated to empowering and supporting BAME women who have survived or at risk of domestic abuse. We offer a wide range of services tailored to address the distinct challenges faced by BAME women. Our approach is grounded in trauma-informed care, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to delivering emotional and support within a Psychologically Informed Environment, ensuring that the unique needs of each woman are respected and upheld.
Since 2020, we’ve been on a mission to end domestic abuse in the BAME community.
"With your continued generous support, we are making significant strides each day towards our goal of creating a positive impact in the lives of women. Together, we are empowering BAME women affected by domestic abuse and helping them thrive and rebuild their lives with safety and dignity."
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