Border Women's Aid

19/06/2026

Sending a massive 🍀"Good Luck"🍀to the Borders body balance team members who are taking on the mighty challenge of climbing Ben Nevis🏔️️on Saturday 20th June 2026 in support of Border Women’s Aid. The team have raised an awesome sum for our charity so far, but there is still time to boost the total and cheer the team on 👇

https://www.justgiving.com/page/bordersbodybslance?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL&fbclid=IwY2xjawSfXulleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFsaEdBYXJVR0hTWDdOREsyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtIbB8kw0fyjX35AWzSG_PLPKtcEC0nN3YhX4beWTxS5aALRe--YyxsuiUVw_aem_vvxVu8qoWErp18-U97h39A

05/06/2026

Well-deserved recognition for our wonderful volunteers, Danielle and Eve at last night’s Borders Community Action Volunteer Recognition Ceremony!🤩

Border Women's Aid are incredibly grateful for the commitment, dedication and generosity of time of all our volunteers. Their energy and passion make such a positive difference to the support we provide. Thank you for being such an important part of the BWA team. We are so much stronger having you on board. 💜

04/06/2026

📨We got a letter! … “We’re going to fund your project!” 💜🤩

We’re over the moon to share the news that our application to the National Lottery Fairer Life Chances Fund was successful. We have been awarded £143,490 over 1 year and 11 months towards funding our Outreach Service. This means that we can continue our vital work empowering women and supporting women in the Scottish Borders to live their lives free from domestic abuse.

https://www.borderwomensaid.co.uk/news/

02/06/2026

SBC's Local Area Co-ordination (LAC) team is a valuable service for people aged 16 and over who might:
💭feel isolated or disconnected from their community
💭want support with a specific challenge or life change
💭need help navigating resources and local services
Check it out 👇

Find out more on https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/adults-older-people/local-area-co-ordination-older-adults

08/05/2026

Feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do. Thank you to all the remarkable women who trust us with being part of their journeys to a life free from domestic abuse. Your strength is our inspiration.💜

01/05/2026

EXCITING NEWS! 📣📣 Kristina along with members of her Borders Body Balance community fitness group are taking on the mighty challenge of climbing Ben Nevis to raise funds for BWA!

Selfless dedication and support like this from people within our community makes our mission to help as many women and their families as we can live their lives free from domestic abuse possible.

We use fundraising and donations to add value to our service and to do things that would otherwise be very difficult within existing budget constraints. Community fundraising can provide unrestricted income, which is vital for allowing us to direct funds immediately to where the need is greatest.

But, fundraising isn't just about the money; it’s about connection and empowerment! It gives individuals a tangible way to make a difference, which can be deeply rewarding and even provide some healing for those personally affected by our cause.

THANK YOU Kristina and all the Borders Body Balance members for taking on this awesome challenge to raise vital funds and awareness for our service. All our very best wishes will go with you on your walk.🤩🍀

Please donate if you can and /or share this post to spread the word and help the group achieve their target.🙏

https://www.justgiving.com/page/bordersbodybslance?_medium=FA&utm_source=CL&fbclid=IwY2xjawRhUyhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEei0lQxF8DDmdEAk1VKmtd6KY3F-n3lHYyOnLW7985-LlgThR-CS9e35B9Z7E_aem_4q0yZkC5Y13-OtnGa0HTbw

24/04/2026

YPI Scotland encourages young people to select a social issue in their area and research what this issue means and how it affects people, before selecting a charity working to support the issue.

These amazing students from Galashiels Academy rose to the challenge and smashed it with their YPI presentation on domestic abuse and the work of our charity. Their hard work resulted in an award of £3K for BWA which will help us to help keep our vital service running! WOW! Congratulations and THANK YOU from everyone at BWA!🤩

22/04/2026

National Stalking Awareness Week 2026 🚩

Stalking isn’t romantic. It isn’t harmless. And it isn’t something to ignore. Stalking is a serious crime that can have devastating, long-lasting impacts on victims’ lives.

It can look like repeated messages, unwanted gifts, being followed, or constant monitoring. Behaviours that might be dismissed or minimised, but together create fear and control.

Operated by the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, the National Stalking Helpline gives practical information, support, and advice on risk, safety planning and legislation to victims of stalking, their friends, family, and professionals working with victims.

https://www.suzylamplugh.org/refer-someone-to-us

Action Against Stalking Support:
Phone: 0800 820 2427
Email: [email protected]
Web Referral: www.actionagainststalking.org/referral

If you or someone you know is experiencing stalking, reach out and report it.

24/03/2026

Scottish Parliament election update for those affected by domestic abuse 👇

📢Please share! Scottish Parliament election update for those affected by domestic abuse – how to keep your voting registration details private.

The deadline for registering to vote for the upcoming Scottish Parliament election is midnight on Monday 20 April 2026. You can register to vote here 👉https://www.mygov.scot/vote-elections-scotland/register-to-vote

📫Postal Vote

For your safety, you can also apply for a postal vote by 5pm on Tuesday 21 April 2026. See postal vote application details on the Electoral Commission UK website here 👉 https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-elections/ways-vote/apply-vote-post

👁️‍🗨️Voting Anonymously

If your details being on the electoral register might put your safety at risk, you can register anonymously so that your details, including your address, are not publicly available.
To register your vote anonymously, you will need to:
•Download and complete the application form
•Explain why your safety, or the safety of another person in your house, would be at risk
•Provide evidence to support your application
•Return your application form, explanation and evidence to your local electoral registration office.

Once you are registered, your electoral registration office will not disclose your details to anyone, unless they are legally required to. Anonymous registration only lasts for one year, so you must reapply each year. Your electoral registration office will contact you when it is time for you to reapply.

You must still register to vote by midnight on Monday 20 April. See more details here, including the application form 👉 https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-elections/register-vote/register-vote-anonymously

🗳️Voting in Person

You do not need to show photo ID or an Anonymous Elector’s Document to vote at the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7 May. These are only required for UK Parliament General Elections.

If you are an anonymous voter, please remember to bring your poll card to the polling station. You will not be able to vote without this.

If you have not received your poll card or believe you have lost it, please contact your local council as soon as possible for a replacement.

To find their details, type your postcode in here 👉 https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/i-am-a/voter/your-election-information

19/03/2026

There are often many barriers for women trying to be free from domestic abuse and leaving their beloved pet can be one of them. However, it doesn't have to be that way. The Dogs Trust Freedom Project offers a free fostering service across Scotland where dogs are cared for in a fosterer’s own home in a safe and confidential location. 🐾