Principles, Mission & Vision

Principles

The work of Safe in Faith is based on the following principles:

Safety Focused

We do not follow the old “reconciliation-focused” approach. Safety is always a first priority

Survivor-Focused

The needs of victims and survivors are always the focus of this work. People with lived experience guide the development of Safe in Faith

Trauma Informed

All support is rooted in a deep understanding of trauma, and the needs of people who have been traumatised

Gender informed

We support victims and survivors of any gender but we also understand that women are disproportionately and differently impacted by domestic abuse

Intersectional

We understand that experiences of individual abuse intersect with experiences of social oppression like racism, ableism or homophobia

Inclusive

We work to create a safe and welcoming space for people of any religious racial or cultural background, and for people of any sexual or gender identity

Physical - *Definition of physical abuse*

Mission

To provide faith based support and counselling to anyone who has been affected by domestic abuse and who would benefit from a faith informed approach.

Vision

We understand that faith can impact people's experiences of domestic abuse and that there is a need for faith informed support.