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    15 June 2021

    Everyone can help in the creation of the Safe House for Polish Mothers and Children

    In May 2022, Opoka celebrated its 10th anniversary. The organization planned a special event under the theme “BIG CHARITY NIGHT – THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME,” with the goal of raising funds for the first-ever Safe House in the UK for Polish women and children! More in the article below: https://www.emito.net/artykuly/kazdy_moze_pomoc_w_powstaniu_bezpiecznego_domu_polskiej_matki_i_dziecka_2408934.html?fbclid=IwAR2vQ_PqCzZiAyB_Er1-gQy-bmd8fNY_J_Pat-0Wdp6Wr8UMM-e0eOgf4Cg 
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    9 April 2021

    “The hardest part is leaving everything behind and walking out the door…” Every woman has the right to dignity

    Shame, immense fear, limited freedom, and condemnation – all of this causes women who experience domestic violence to fear restrictions imposed by their abusive partner. Opoka is an organisation that has been helping Polish women in England lead a safe life, free from dangerous substances and sexual violence. Now, Opoka aims to have its own … Continued
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    9 February 2021

    Domestic violence experienced by so many Polish women living in the United Kingdom

    Domestic violence affects many Polish women living in the United Kingdom — but help is available. Talk to Opoka. In 2020, all organisations supporting victims of domestic violence reported over a 65% increase in calls to free support helplines. The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, quarantine, and lockdown meant that many families were forced to … Continued
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    17 December 2020

    Polish women in the UK are particularly vulnerable to domestic violence.

    The Opoka organisation receives up to 50 calls daily from women experiencing domestic violence. See why Polish women living in the UK are particularly vulnerable to abuse and how Opoka saves lives by offering support, safety, and real help. Read the article
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    21 November 2020

    STOP to violence against women and girls – The ’16 Days’ campaign

    The following post is about the ’16 Days’ campaign, which annually raises awareness about the issue of violence against women. Learn how the Opoka organisation in Bristol supports Polish women in the UK and why this campaign is of such great importance. ⬇️ STOP violence against women and girls – the ’16 Days’ campaign.’  
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