Empower & Support
Rebuild. Recover. Thrive.
If you’re living with abuse, or trying to find your way out of it, this is a safe place to start. Help, in your own time, with no judgement.
You are not alone
Help, whenever you’re ready
Reaching out can feel like a huge step, and there’s no right or wrong time to take it. Whenever you’re ready, you’ll be met with understanding here. Never judgement.
Someone to listen
A safe place to start, and a steady hand to point you towards specialist help when you need it.
Understanding
Clear, honest information to help you make sense of what’s happening, and see what your choices are.
A safe phone
Through the Reconnect Project, so you can stay in touch with the people and services you trust.
You’re not alone
Links to peer support and local groups, so it never has to feel like you’re doing this by yourself.
Understanding abuse
Abuse isn’t always physical
Domestic abuse takes many forms. Recognising it is the first step toward safety and support.
Emotional abuse
Belittling, blaming, humiliation or constant criticism that wears down your confidence and sense of self.
Coercive control
A pattern of control, isolation, monitoring and intimidation that restricts your freedom and choices.
Financial abuse
Controlling money, restricting access to funds, or creating debt and dependency.
Digital abuse
Monitoring devices, tracking location, or using technology to harass, threaten or control.
Psychological abuse
Threats, gaslighting and manipulation designed to instil fear and self-doubt.
Post-separation abuse
Continued control, harassment or threats after a relationship has ended.
How we support survivors
Practical help and a path forward
Learn
Honest information about healthy relationships, and resources to help you understand and heal.
Grow
Help to rebuild your confidence, and to start trusting your own voice again.
Reconnect
A safe phone through Reconnect, so you can get back in touch on your own terms.
Belong
Peer support and trusted local groups, close to home.
Your journey
Five steps, at your pace
Recognise
Understand what’s happening and that it isn’t your fault.
Reach out
Make a first, confidential contact when you’re ready.
Reconnect
Get safe technology and links to vital services.
Rebuild
Take practical steps toward safety and independence.
Thrive
Move forward with confidence, support and hope.
Resource hub
Guides, toolkits and downloads
Safety planning, your rights, and where to get help.
Recognising coercive control and rebuilding confidence.
How to support someone you’re worried about.
What to say, and what not to say, after a disclosure.
Spotting the signs and improving referral pathways.
Trauma-informed response toolkit.
We’re putting together guides and toolkits you can download. They’ll be here soon.
Real stories, real hope
Recovery is possible
For the first time in years I felt believed. That changed everything for me and my children.
SURVIVOR SUPPORTED BY EMPOWERED INSIGHTSHaving a safe phone meant I could finally reach the people and services I needed.
SURVIVOR, RECONNECT PROJECTFrequently asked questions
Good to know
What support does Empowered Insights provide?
Education and awareness, recovery resources, digital inclusion through the Reconnect Project, and signposting to specialist support services.
Can I refer someone?
Yes. Professionals and support organisations can refer survivors to us, please get in touch and we’ll guide you through it.
Is support confidential?
Yes. We treat your information sensitively and confidentially, and we’ll always explain anything we need to share to keep someone safe.
How can I access Reconnect?
Reconnect devices are provided to survivors referred through recognised support organisations. See the Reconnect Project page.
Do you provide professional support and training?
Yes, see Train & Transform for trauma-informed training for organisations and frontline staff.
In an emergency
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 now. If you can’t speak, call 999 then press 55 on a mobile to use the Silent Solution.
0808 2000 247, free, 24hr (run by Refuge)
womensaid.org.uk
Your journey doesn’t end here
We’re here for the next step, whatever it looks like for you.