Financially Included

09/10/2026

This Challenge Poverty Week, we’re highlighting the importance of partnership working in ensuring women experiencing economic abuse receive the right support when they need it.

Today, Lizzy shares how working together with other organisations helps create more effective, responsive support. From the Purple Phone - Scotland’s Economic Abuse Helpline which is delivered in partnership with East Renfrewshire Council, collaboration is key to helping women move towards a more secure future.

Together, we can make a difference.

East Renfrewshire Council

08/10/2026

Today, Rao, our Policy and Research Lead at Financially Included highlights the often hidden impact of economic abuse on children and families.

Children can feel the effects of financial control every day, from missing out on everyday childhood experiences to families struggling to meet basic needs. Access to social security, financial advice and employability support can help families rebuild their lives and create a more secure future.

Every child deserves the chance to thrive, free from poverty.

07/10/2026

Today, Jitka, our Advice and Capability Officer at Financially Included shares why employability support matters.

For people whose opportunities have been limited by economic abuse, employment can be about so much more than earning a wage. It can mean regaining independence, rebuilding confidence and creating a future on their own terms.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to access decent work and the financial security that comes with it.

07/10/2026

Energy is something we all rely on, but for many people keeping their home warm and their energy bills paid can be a constant worry. This Challenge Poverty Week, we’re highlighting the importance of affordable energy and the support available to help people manage rising costs and stay warm, safe and financially secure.

05/10/2026

Sound familiar?

You should be able to spend your own money without being monitored. If your partner controls what you spend, makes you justify your purchases or expects you to ask permission before spending money, that is economic abuse.

If you want to talk to someone, call The Purple Phone: Scotland's Economic Abuse Helpline on 0343 841 0132. You can also message us via webchat on www.financiallyincluded.co.uk.

Opening times are Monday 4:00pm – 7:00pm, Wednesday 10:00am – 1:00pm, Thursday 1:00pm – 4:00pm and Friday 10:00am – 1:00pm.

Financially Included - tackling economic abuse in Scotland 💜

05/10/2026

✨Glasgow's Spirit of Christmas✨

A Christmas appeal supporting children and young people living in poverty across Glasgow. We are proud to say that we are one of GSOC's charity partners which means you can buy a gift for a child referred by us and over 100 other charity partners.

No child should wake up to no gifts on Christmas morning which is why we need your help to make this Christmas memorable for children in Glasgow ❤️

Become a Secret Santa now at: www.glasgowsspiritofchristmas.org.uk

01/10/2026

29/09/2026

Sound familiar?

Being pressured or forced into taking on debt is not your fault. If your partner pressures you to borrow money, take out loans or use credit against your wishes, that is economic abuse.

If you want to talk to someone, call The Purple Phone: Scotland's Economic Abuse Helpline on 0343 841 0132.

You can also message us via webchat on www.financiallyincluded.co.uk.

Opening times are:

Monday 4:00pm – 7:00pm, Wednesday 10:00am – 1:00pm, Thursday 1:00pm – 4.00pm and Friday 10:00pm – 1:00pm.

Financially Included - tackling economic abuse in Scotland 💜

28/09/2026

✨PORTAL NOW OPEN✨

The Glasgow Spirit of Christmas portal is now open for you to pledge a gift for a child referred by our charity.

Help make this Christmas magical for a child living in hardship or poverty by becoming their Secret Santa 🎅🏼 You can choose the age and gender of the child you would like to pledge for! No matter how big or small, all gifts are greatly appreciated and will make a huge difference to the lives of these children ❤️

For more information and to make your pledge visit: www.glasgowsspiritofchristmas.org.uk

25/09/2026

Apologies for any inconvenience caused, but due to the September weekend holiday, The Purple Phone - Scotland’s Economic Abuse Helpline will be closed during the following times:

📞 Friday 25th September: 10:00am – 1:00pm
📞 Monday 28th September : 4:00pm – 7:00pm

The Purple Phone will reopen at 10:00am on Wednesday 30th September.

If you need any further information, you can find us at financiallyincluded.co.uk 💜