Hats and Heels is a non-profit organization formed in 2016, by a passionate duo, to create an outlet for survivors of domestic violence, under the theme “Women empowering women”. In the quest to fulfill this passion the idea for S.A.F.E, a domestic violence hotline, was envisioned.
Its Mission is to provide services in a manner that fosters self-respect and independence to those experiencing domestic violence and to lead the response to end the said violence through advocacy and community engagement. The objectives are
? To establish a supportive mechanism to assist survivors.
? To build individual knowledge of available services.
? To enhance networking among service providers.
? To advocate for the elimination of domestic violence.
S.A.F.E., a branch of Hats and Heels, is managed by a Board selected from supportive interested individuals and professionals in the field. It is managed as a separate entity.
The Board is as follows –
President – Jade Reymond-Richardson
Vice President – Dr Ronya Foy-Connor
Treasurer – Vyonne Brooks
Secretary – Charlene Roach
Public Relations – Stacey Liburd
Advisors – Clive Smith, Angelina Muhammed
Members – Twyla Bradshaw-Richardson, Glenneva Hodge, Roberta Rose-Collins and Rochelle Rogers
The day-to-day running of the hotline is devolved to the Coordinator who reports to the Board on a regular basis. S.A.F.E. aims to work in partnership with Government and non-Government organizations within and external to Anguilla to fulfil its mission. S.A.F.E., the Domestic Violence hotline, will provide a means for persons within Anguilla, encountering domestic violence, to receive twenty-four (24) hour support by trained individuals.
In order for SAFE to be sustainable, further support is required. You can assist by Mentoring, Volunteering or Donating. Mentors/Volunteers will be recruited from across the island of Anguilla. Individuals who are selected will be trained and supported.
Individuals wishing to donate gifts in kind and/or monetary contributions are welcomed.
For further details to support S.A.F.E., can be contacted by telephone 1 264 729 7233 or safeaxa@gmail.com.
We look forward to your support in our efforts to Stop.Abuse.For.Everyone in our community.
– Press Release
