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White Ribbon Day Football Quiz – Join Us for a Great Cause! White Ribbon Day Football Quiz in Milton Keynes: MK Act and MK College Unite Communities to Raise Awareness of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) MK Act and MK College are proud to announce the White Ribbon Day Football Quiz, scheduled for Monday, November 25, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Sports Central,…

Travel to Refuge: Life saving support for women and children In an effort to help domestic abuse survivors escape dangerous situations, the program Travel to Refuge now offers free train or coach travel to those fleeing domestic abuse, who have been given an offer of a place in refuge. This initiative, supported by Women’s Aid in partnership with the Rail Delivery Group and National Express, allows survivors…

Festive Fundraising Ideas: Supporting MK Act This Christmas As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to come together and support causes that truly matter. For  survivors of domestic abuse, the Christmas period can be both critical and challenging. Here are some creative and impactful ways to fundraise for to support MK Act service users, helping to spread awareness and raise festive funds to make this…

Christmas presents for the women and children in our Milton Keynes refuge Does Father Christmas come to a refuge? Yes, with your help, Father Christmas will know just where to find the children, babies and their Mums this Christmas. The refuge for women and children in Milton Keynes provides essential safety at Christmas, and our family support team tries their best to ensure the Christmas magic reaches…

White Ribbon Fundraising Ideas for 2024 White Ribbon Day (25th November), dedicated to ending violence against women and promoting gender equality, is an important occasion for raising awareness and funds. Here are some fundraising ideas you can implement to support MK Act and our Milton Keynes community, which is a White Ribbon City:  Walk a Mile in Their Shoes Organise a community walk or run where participants…

Milton Keynes Charity Recognised at BBC Three Counties Radio Make a Difference Awards  Local domestic abuse charity MK Act was honored with a Highly Commended recognition at the BBC Three Counties Radio Make a Difference Awards for their exceptional support services in the community. The recognition highlights MK Act's vital role in providing domestic abuse support services to more than 2,000 people each year in Milton Keynes. The…

Domestic Abuse Awareness Month – How Can Employers Help? October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, and it's crucial to recognize the role workplaces can play in supporting employees affected by domestic abuse. For many, work offers a brief escape from an abusive home, but shockingly, 75% of domestic abuse victims are targeted at work (CAADV, 2012). Employers have an opportunity—and a responsibility—to create a safe, supportive environment.Workplace…

Whitehouse Community Council Selects MK Act as Chosen Charity for 2024 Whitehouse Community Council has selected MK Act, the domestic abuse support charity in Milton Keynes, as its chosen charity for 2024. The decision reflects the council’s commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals and raising awareness around domestic abuse in the local community. MK Act has been providing life-changing support to victims of domestic abuse for over 45 years,…

October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month: MK Act Encourages Milton Keynes Residents to Seek Support October marks Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, a critical time to raise awareness about domestic abuse and amplify efforts to support survivors. In Milton Keynes, the issue is particularly pressing, with 1 in 5 residents reporting experiences of domestic abuse. With a call made every minute to Thames Valley Police related to domestic…

MK Act calls out for votes to get a share of Tesco’s Stronger Starts fund MK Act is bidding for a cash boost from the Tesco Stronger Starts scheme. Stronger Starts provides grant awards of up to £1,500 to local community projects, with a particular focus on children and young people.  Three groups in every community have been shortlisted to receive grant awards and Tesco customers can vote…