Violence Against Women Project
In 2006 the Cyrenians introduced the post of Women's Support Worker funded by the Scottish Executive's Violence Against Women Fund. This move was designed to provide support to vulnerable women of all ages who have experienced or are currently experiencing physical, emotional or sexual abuse. This includes women who are involved in prostitution.
In response to the volume of women being referred to the project for support, increased funding was secured in 2008 to employ an additional part time worker.
One-to-one support is provided to clients, helping them to address issues in their lives and supporting them to access relevant services. The Women's Support Worker also facilitates a Women's Group which offers a non-threatening space to meet with others as a means of building confidence and self-esteem.
In 2011 and 2012 Violence Against Women Project was successful in achieving significant funding from The Big Lottery and The Robertson Trust to continue the Violence Against Women Service up to 2017.
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"This project has been my saviour and helped me in many different ways. I was a very nervous, shy person, the staff and residents have helped me come out of my shell and I now communicate and interact more confidently with people"