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Our Story and Values

Supporting Women Across Sutton Since 1985

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For over 40 years, Sutton Women's Centre has been providing support, guidance and opportunities for women across the London Borough of Sutton. We are committed to helping women improve their wellbeing, build confidence, overcome challenges and create positive change in their lives.

While we support women facing a wide range of issues, we have particular expertise in supporting survivors of domestic abuse through specialist advocacy, counselling, group programmes and community-based support.

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What We Do

We offer a range of services designed to empower women and reduce isolation, including:

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  • Domestic abuse support and advocacy

  • Specialist counselling

  • The Freedom Programme

  • Wellbeing workshops and courses

  • ESOL classes

  • Computer and employment skills training

  • Regular social and support groups

  • Community domestic abuse training

  • LGBTQIA+ support and activities

Our Values

Everything we do is guided by four core values:

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Respect
We treat every woman with dignity, compassion and understanding.

Inclusion
We welcome and celebrate women from all backgrounds and experiences.

Support
We provide a safe, non-judgemental environment where women can access the help they need.

Empowerment
We support women to recognise their strengths, make informed choices and achieve their goals.

Our History

Sutton Women's Centre was established following a campaign by local women who recognised the need for a dedicated space to support women within the community.

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In 1983, funding was secured to create a women's centre, and after finding a suitable premises, Sutton Women's Centre officially opened its doors at Palmerston Road in May 1985.

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Since then, thousands of women have accessed our services as clients, volunteers, staff members and trustees. Their experiences, contributions and commitment have helped shape the organisation we are today.

Our Impact

Our services help women to:

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  • Improve their health and wellbeing

  • Build confidence and self-esteem

  • Develop new skills and opportunities

  • Increase independence

  • Strengthen social connections

  • Reduce isolation

  • Access specialist support when it is needed most

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Our Mission

Our mission is to support and empower women to improve their wellbeing, increase their confidence and access the opportunities they need to thrive. We work alongside women, local partners and our community to create lasting positive change and ensure that every woman has the opportunity to reach her full potential.

Our Funders

We are funded by:
 
  • Grants / contracts from local and national organisations
  • Donations from the public
  • Our own fundraising efforts including tombola's, raffles and stalls at local fairs

Our Governance

Sutton Women’s Centre is managed by a committee of Trustees.  We are small but we have robust policies in place to ensure we:
 
  • Have the correct governance practices in place
  • Manage our finances effectively
  • Manage risks appropriately
  • Comply with our legal responsibilities

In 2018 we achieved the PQASSO level one  standard that enables organisations to self-assess against key criteria to ensure resilience in all areas of the organisations operations.

Our Trustees

Amoke Stefhest - Chair of Trustees

Adenika Fadero

Samiyaa Quereshi

Kari Davies 

Patricia Park

Rebecca Gilbert

Adia Jordan

Leigh Greenhalgh

Caroline Odogwu 

Nailah Pokun

Natalie Allen

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