As a trustee of Soul Sisters and the lead on our Freedom Fund campaign, I’ve seen firsthand the devastating impact financial control has on women experiencing domestic abuse. So many women stay in dangerous relationships not because they want to, but because they simply can’t afford to leave.

I’m taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for The Freedom Fund, which we’ve created to break that barrier. This fund will provide direct financial support to help women escape abuse and rebuild their lives. That means rent deposits, emergency accommodation, food, clothing, furniture, legal costs, and therapy. Real, practical help that saves lives.

I’ve spoken to survivors who stayed for months—sometimes years—longer than they wanted to, because they didn’t have the means to go. One woman told me it cost her over £5,000 just to leave safely. As a self-employed mother, she had no support, no savings, and no way out—until people helped her.

We’re aiming to raise £75,000 to support 30 women and families to flee and start again. That’s what I’m walking for.

Taking on the Three Peaks is going to be tough, but nothing compared to what the women we support have faced. If you’re able to support me, know that every donation—no matter the size - will help someone take their first step to freedom.

Thank you so much 💜