The Thames Valley Criminal Justice Charity Awards were held on 22nd March 2024 to celebrate the outstanding contributions made by individuals and organisations in the field of criminal justice.
Organisers Hope after Harm (Thames Valley Partnership) describes the occasion as “a unique opportunity to celebrate the achievements of those who have gone above and beyond to improve the lives of others.”
Award entries were judges by The Countess Howe, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire and the Thames Valley High Sheriffs 2023/2024.
Sue Burke, CEO of MK Act, Milton Keynes based domestic abuse service, was named the winner of the Thames Valley Criminal Justice Charity Award for Contribution to combatting domestic abuse.
Sue Burke, CEO of MK Act; “I am thrilled to win this incredible award recognising the hard work and dedication of the team at MK Act. The work that we do every day to support victim-survivors of domestic abuse is different with every new case that comes to us, from people calling the helpline to referrals working alongside local services like the police, Milton Keynes City Council and the hospital we strive to support every individual in the way that they personally need to live a life free from domestic abuse.”
If you are experiencing domestic abuse please call the MK Act confidential helpline on 0344 375 4307 if you are in immediate danger please call the police on 999.
Hope After Harm
Hope After Harm has spent the last 30 years committed to offering vital support for victims of crime, individuals involved in criminal activity, and families affected by crime. Our mission is to empower them to reclaim control of their lives and foster positive transformations. We understand the challenges of feeling trapped with limited options, and we stand by them, providing a voice and guiding them through every obstacle they face. Together, we can make a lasting impact on their lives.
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