I was incredibly impressed by the range of services they
offer to women. Their philosophy is to help any woman that comes through the
door, however big or small her problem.
So although much of their work is related to helping women suffering from
domestic abuse, they also help people with training, benefits, housing, sorting
out bills, and so on. They provide a huge amount of support from a relatively
small building.
The women I have met who volunteer or access services there
have told me how purple house has increased their confidence. It was great to
hear stories of people who were in desperate need of help, who have confronted
their problems, built their confidence, found work, and now volunteer to help
others.
And the purple house is impressive in its drive to become
self-sufficient in its funding. They have so many fundraising projects on the
go. One project provides housing for women and children in crisis and escaping
domestic violence, from a stock owned or managed by the women’s centre and
which therefore provides a funding stream too. And on this note, if you need an
ethical investment opportunity that also does some good, then maybe this is for
you!?
More information can be found at www.purplehouse.co.uk
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