Restored

08/10/2026

We're proud to be among the signatories of this vital letter.

Children and young people deserve to live free from the fear of violence and abuse. The government must act to prevent sexual violence in schools and equip the next generation to challenge misogyny and abuse.

07/10/2026

October is Domestic Abuse Awareness month. You can help by sharing information about domestic abuse, it's prevalence, and how to respond - and we've created these infographics to help you 🙌

Speaking up about the realities of domestic abuse is a really important first step in making a difference. In churches, it's still something that's not often talked about, which is why it's so crucial to keep raising awareness of the experience of Christian survivors. In doing so, we help create spaces where those that need help feel able to ask for it, and where they are met with a safe and effective response.

Find more at restored-uk.org/research.

Sources:
Aune and Barnes (2018) In Churches Too: Church Responses to Domestic Abuse - a case study of Cumbria
Oakley & Wright (2023) Developing understanding and effective responses to domestic abuse in the Christian faith community

05/10/2026

Since last October, 280 women have joined our Survivors Network, and the community now stands at 1052 members.

It's bittersweet to acknowledge, as we recognise the scale of domestic abuse in our churches. But we're also so thankful that each of these women has found support through the network, as they navigate their recovery journeys together. With access to peer support, recovery courses and new friendships with other survivors, the Survivors Network is a place of healing and hope.

If you're a member: thank you for being part of this incredible community. It's such a privilege to walk alongside you.

02/10/2026

Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls needs all of us to use our voices to challenge a culture that enables abuse.

If no one speaks up, each person assumes they’re in the minority for thinking what’s happening is wrong. Abuse becomes normal and acceptable, and perpetrators go on unchallenged. By choosing to speak out, we give other people permission to speak out too – and that’s how culture change happens.

Read more over on our blog:

The reopening of an investigation alleged sexual assault of a female student at a Cornell University Chi Phi fraternity house in 2024 has sparked widespread discussion online in recent weeks. The alleged victim, who remains anonymous and is referred to as Jane Doe, has brought a new civil lawsuit ag...

02/10/2026

Men, this is a call out to you: be someone who speaks up to stop Violence Against Women and Girls.

Acts of gender based violence aren’t just the result of individuals deciding to commit violent acts. They rely on a surrounding culture that accepts and normalises abuse.

This culture is fed by smaller things: sexist jokes, objectification, things that might seem ‘harmless’ in the moment. When unchallenged, these behaviours foster a deeper misogyny and entitlement that allows perpetrators to feel that their behaviour is normal and justified. By challenging them in the first instance, you can help disrupt Violence Against Women and Girls at the earliest possible stage.

It can be hard to be the first person to say something. But if everyone stays silent, each person assumes they’re in the minority for thinking what’s happening is wrong. By speaking up, you give others permission to do so too, and that's how cultures change.

01/10/2026

If you're a survivor worried about your safety in light of the early release scheme, help is available.

You can find support through Women's Aid, the National Domestic Abuse Helpline (0808 2000 247), or the Restored Survivors Network.

01/10/2026

Netflix's Death of the Pastor's Wife tells is shocking and tragic. But, Mica's story tells us crucial lessons that all churches need to pay attention to and learn from:

The Netflix documentary is a shocking and often difficult watch, but contains crucial lessons for churches to keep people safe.

30/09/2026

We all want to do the best we can when supporting friends and family members who've experienced domestic abuse. What we might not always realise is that taking care of ourselves is a key part of this: setting healthy boundaries and knowing the limits of what you can provide helps to keep everybody safe and well.

This isn't always easy to do, so here are six tips for setting healthy boundaries and caring for yourself when supporting a survivor:

🧡 Self reflection and care

👂 Active listening

🤝 Clarify your role

💬 Open communication

💡 Regular reassessment

🪢 Don't be a lone ranger

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28/09/2026

Leaving a relationship with an abuser is an incredibly courageous step, but is often just the beginning of the journey to recovery.

Many survivors, like Sarah*, feel isolated after abuse, struggling to process what's been done to them. Our Survivors Network gives a space for women to find common ground with other survivors, showing them that they aren't alone.

*Name changed

24/09/2026

A prayer for today 🙏

Dear Lord,

We pray for survivors who are looking for a safe church community.

Would you provide communities of believers who can walk alongside them in love and compassion, without judgement, shining your light into the darkness.

Amen.