Every person has the right to live a life free from abuse.

What do we do?

Panahghar provides free specialist BME multi-lingual support, advice, advocacy and access to safe refuge for victims and their families of domestic abuse, sexual abuse or gendered abuse in Coventry, Solihull, Leicester and Leicestershire.

  • Help for women

    At Panahghar, we understand how difficult it may be if you are a Black and Ethnic Minority woman experiencing domestic abuse, sexual abuse or gendered abuse. You may feel afraid or lonely, unsure of what to do. It may feel scary to talk to anyone but our team is here, ready to listen without judgement and without cultural or racial bias. Our 24 helpline 0800 055 6519.

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  • Worried about someone?

    If you are concerned for someone else and suspect they may be experiencing domestic, sexual or gendered abuse, Panahghar can help you with referral support and advice on our helpline open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 0800 055 6519. We are here to make sure that everyone gets the chance for freedom.

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  • Our Services

    Panahghar provides free dedicated Black and Minority Ethnic mult- lingual support, advice and advocacy and access to safe refuge for domestic abuse in Coventry, Solihull, Leicester and Leicestershire. Our range of services aims not only to address immediate crises but also to empower individuals to navigate the complexities of their situations, fostering independence and resilience

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Your support can be a lifeline for those seeking to escape abuse.

Please consider making a donation today to help survivors rebuild their lives

BME specialist support is essential

  • "You don’t realise how much you have done for me, you gave me and my child a roof over our head when no one else would help us."

    - Service User

  • “Cant believe how much my life has changed with the help of Panahghar. A year ago I had no money no where to live. Now I have a home and a job. I’m so thankful.”

    —Survivor

  • "I was in a struggle with my husband, Panahghar supported me and fought my rights. Now I live independently with my children – I’m safe because of them."

    — Survivor

  • “Thank you for clearing my doubt about myself and my future. Even though I am not in place where everything is perfect, I can say I am better than before. Keep making a difference!”

    — Survivor

  • "I had no one to go to and no where to go. Panahghar gave me and my children a home. They helped me get my stay in the UK and create a future for me and my children.

    — Survivor

  • "I want to thank you for holding my hand on the 1st day in the station, you are all my angels."

    - Service Users