The lack of refuge spaces means that more than half of domestic abuse survivors face homelessness after being turned away, with shocking statistics revealing that around six in ten women seeking refuge are denied a place. Last year, 27,754 women were referred to a refuge in England, yet only 10,824 were accepted, leaving 16,930 without any safe alternative. This situation illustrates a severe crisis in support for those fleeing domestic violence, emphasizing the urgent need for more safe spaces.
The Brick by Brick campaign aims to raise £300,000 to build a physical house providing a secure environment for women escaping domestic abuse. This initiative not only seeks to provide immediate safety but also to raise awareness about the systemic issues leading to such high rates of denial for refuge access. With calls to the National Domestic Abuse Helpline increasing, it highlights an urgent social crisis that needs more than just temporary solutions.
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