Skipton BS launches economic abuse support hub ahead of International Women’s Day
The hub provides information and guidance for individuals who believe they may be experiencing domestic or financial abuse, including economic abuse.
Skipton Building Society has launched a new online Economic Abuse Support Hub as part of its activities marking International Women’s Day.
The hub provides information and guidance for individuals who believe they may be experiencing domestic or financial abuse, including economic abuse.
It outlines potential warning signs, steps individuals can take to protect themselves and details of the specialist support available through the building society.
The initiative builds on Skipton’s partnership with Refuge, the UK’s largest specialist domestic abuse organisation, which was selected by Skipton members as one of the Society’s strategic charity partners.
Alongside the new support hub, the society is also expanding its internal training programme to help colleagues identify and support members affected by financial control or coercion.
Staff are being trained to provide confidential and sensitive support for those seeking help.
Charlotte Harrison, chief executive officer of homes at Skipton Building Society, said: “For International Women’s Day, we’re proud to stand alongside Refuge, a charity whose work has never been more vital.
“At Skipton, our purpose has always been to help people into homes. But a home must be more than a roof over your head; it should be a place of safety.
“That’s why we’re committed to supporting Refuge and the lifechanging services they provide for women and their children escaping domestic abuse.
“Everyone deserves a home where they feel protected, valued, and able to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.”
Jasvinder Gakhal, chief executive officer of money at Skipton Building Society, added: “We know that home isn’t truly secure without financial independence and safety.
“Sadly, many people experiencing domestic abuse are affected by financial control and that can make it even harder for them to seek help or rebuild their lives.
“That’s why we’re working closely with Refuge to support our members who may be facing economic abuse.
“We’ve created a dedicated online hub with clear guidance and now our colleagues are trained to offer confidential, compassionate support.
“If someone needs help, they can reach out and know they won’t have to navigate it alone.
“Supporting Refuge is part of our commitment to protecting our members’ financial wellbeing when it matters most.”
Paula Robinson, head of corporate partnerships at Refuge, said: “Thanks to Skipton Building Society’s support, we have been able to help even more survivors of economic abuse.
“In partnership, our goal is to ensure that all women who turn to Refuge are empowered to regain control of their finances by increasing access to information and support, tackling financial exclusion, and equipping survivors with the confidence and skills needed to manage their finances.”
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