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Introducing our Trustees, for Trustees Week – meet Commander Chris Hillard
From the 3rd to 7th November 2025, it’s Trustees Week and we want to celebrate the amazing contribution made by our Trustees to Aurora New Dawn. The time, commitment, and effort these fantastic people bring to our work is invaluable – we’re delighted to introduce you to some of them through this week. First up,…
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What a Conference! Reflections from Joining Forces Against VAWG
It has been a little over two weeks since we held our first conference at Aurora – Joining Forces Against VAWG, Independent but Alongside. Having worked in the violence against women sector for over three decades I recognise that once a big job is ‘done’, I have a temptation just to move onto the next…
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Clare’s Law: Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme
It has been 11 years since Clare Wood’s father, Michael Brown, won a campaign to ensure that victims were informed of any previous history of violent or abusive behaviour. The scheme works on the premise of Right to Ask – where a victim can request information from the police on the history of their current…
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IPV in the Workplace: Are You Ready for the New Legal Duty?
From October 26, 2024, employers across the UK will have a new legal duty to prevent sexual harassment.Is your organisation prepared to support staff experiencing domestic abuse, stalking, or sexual harassment? About the Course This interactive five-part online programme equips HR professionals, managers, and leaders to: Why Aurora? Who Should Attend? Ready to prepare your…
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We are hosting a Conference!
Joining Forces Against VAWG – Independent But Alongside 🚨 HISTORY IN THE MAKING! 🚨 For the FIRST TIME EVER in the UK, we’re bringing together military leaders, experts, and frontline professionals to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) within the Armed Forces and beyond. 📅 Date(s): Thursday 2 October 2025, starting at 09:00 –…
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Released Today: ‘Invisible Battles’ Report
We’re proud to launch our new report: Invisible Battles – Strengthening Advocacy and Support for the Armed Forces Community Affected by Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence, and Stalking. Rooted in Aurora’s deep experience working with armed forces personnel, this report sheds light on the often-overlooked experiences of victims and survivors within the armed forces community. It…
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Easter Closure and Helpline Hours
The Aurora New Dawn main offices, and main office number for general enquiries, will be closed from 5pm on Thursday 17th April until 9am on Tuesday 22nd April. The Armed Forces Helpline will be open as usual on +44 (0)333 0912 527 Available on WhatsApp chat Easter Sunday 1000 – 1400 Easter Monday 0900 –…
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Armed Forces Helpline Now Live
We are delighted to share that our new Armed Forces Helpline for survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, and stalking is now live. This Helpline is for any members of the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force, and their family members, including those deployed abroad, who are victims and survivors of Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence or Stalking. The Helpline operates 6…
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NSAW2024 – Jessie
For National Stalking Awareness Week 2024, the National Stalking Consortium theme, led by our partners at The Suzy Lamplugh Trust is, “Join Forces Against Stalking”. Effective multi-agency working is crucial for ensuring victims of stalking are supported from their point of disclosure right through until a conviction and beyond. This year, we are calling for…
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NSAW2024 – Izzy
For National Stalking Awareness Week 2024, the National Stalking Consortium theme, led by our partners at The Suzy Lamplugh Trust is, “Join Forces Against Stalking”. Effective multi-agency working is crucial for ensuring victims of stalking are supported from their point of disclosure right through until a conviction and beyond. This year, we are calling for…
