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June 3, 2026, 9:17 am
80 domestic abuse and sexual violence organisations sign JWA open letter in solidarity with Jewish community
Women’s Aid, Refuge, Rape Crisis and Muslim Women’s Network UK amongst organisations condemning rising antisemitism
By Michelle Rosenberg
Rachel Riley with JWA CEO Sam Clifford (left) and Young Committee Chair Lucy Summerfield (right) at the Young JWA Summer Party. Photo Credit: Gaby Ekaireb
December 16, 2025, 11:54 am
Jewish Women’s Aid brings leading voices together for Thrive empowerment conference
One-day JWA conference on 18 January spotlights confidence, wellbeing and financial independence for Jewish women
By Annabel Sinclair
JWA SHABBAT SAM CLIFFORD.
November 19, 2025, 12:32 pm
Senior rabbis speak out on domestic abuse ahead of JWA Shabbat
Bushey United's Rabbi Elchonon Feldman, New London Synagogue's Rabbi Jeremy Gordon and Finchley Reform Synagogue's Rabbi Emerita Miriam Berger support powerful community initiative
By Michelle Rosenberg
Shabbat candles
November 18, 2025, 1:43 pm
Shabbat should be peaceful – for too many Jewish women, it isn’t
As JWA Shabbat approaches, Sam Clifford warns the community cannot ignore the silent suffering of Jewish women and children
By Sam Clifford
Campaigners warn that some young Israeli brides brought to the UK under the promise of marriage are facing abuse and isolation. (Photo: FreePix)
September 29, 2025, 2:04 pm
Urgent call to protect young Israeli women at risk of abuse in the UK
Jewish Women’s Aid and campaigner Ramie Smith warn of growing crisis affecting vulnerable brides brought from Israel to marry strictly-Orthodox Jewish men
By Annabel Sinclair
Photo credit: Jewish Women’s Aid.
August 4, 2025, 1:02 pm
41% surge in older Jewish women seeking support for domestic abuse
Domestic abuse charity helping more women aged 65+ facing abuse from partners, adult children and grandchildren
By Michelle Rosenberg
Rachel Riley with JWA CEO Sam Clifford (left) and Young Committee Chair Lucy Summerfield (right) at the Young JWA Summer Party. Photo Credit: Gaby Ekaireb
June 13, 2025, 4:46 pm
Young Jewish professionals raise thousands to support abuse victims at landmark JWA fundraiser
Rooftop event launched new Young JWA Committee as demand for support services surges
By Annabel Sinclair
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May 12, 2025, 10:27 am
Jewish Women’s Aid says abuse survivors face severe mental health crisis
One in five women seeking help from Jewish Women’s Aid already diagnosed, as charity calls for urgent action this Mental Health Awareness Week
By Annabel Sinclair
JWA leading Met Police training
March 18, 2025, 12:25 pm
OPINION: Domestic abuse is not a private issue – it’s a communal one
We all have a role to play, to listen to and stand with survivors
By Sam Clifford
Sarah Sackman with Sam Clifford (JWA CEO) and Dana Houri from JWA outside their stall at Carmelli’s for the JWA Shabbat November 2024
December 2, 2024, 11:43 am
OPINION: Abuse against women and girls takes many forms
MP Sarah Sackman outlines her plans to ensure the criminal justice system better supports victims
By Sarah Sackman MP
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November 19, 2024, 10:55 am
OPINION: It’s uncomfortable to accept that abuse exists within Jewish life, but in order to support our community, we must
'I encourage you to take this Shabbat as an opportunity to start conversations with family and friends', says Jewish Women's Aid Sam Clifford
By Sam Clifford
Pic: JWA website
November 14, 2024, 1:43 pm
Cross-communal Shabbat to highlight awareness of domestic abuse
Jewish Women's Aid partners with Leeds and Manchester communities for 22-23 November weekend
By Michelle Rosenberg
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July 9, 2024, 1:04 pm
Rachel Riley raises a cup of thanks as Jewish Women’s Aid marks 30 years
Countdown presenter and ambassador for domestic abuse charity hosts event for founders and volunteers
By Michelle Rosenberg
The Chief Rabbi with JWA at the November 2023 launch of its awareness Shabbat
March 13, 2024, 11:25 am
Jewish Women’s Aid launches vital fundraiser this weekend
Matched campaign for domestic abuse and sexual violence charity hopes to raise £1.5 million
By Michelle Rosenberg
Furious opposition members shout at Minister Itamar Ben Gvir as he speaks from the podium in the Knesset, on March 22, 2023. Pic: main.knesset.gov.il/EN/News/PressR
March 23, 2023, 4:11 pm
Domestic violence bill fails amid chaotic scenes in Knesset
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir opposed law that would have forced offenders to wear tracking device bracelets
By Michelle Rosenberg
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