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    2 October 2023

    Training sessions on information and awareness for future volunteers

    Would you like to learn more about volunteer roles at Opoka and how to access professional training that will help you better recognise and understand domestic violence and abuse? Our specially designed training sessions will assist you in recognising domestic violence and understanding what to do if you have concerns about someone in danger. If … Continued
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    22 July 2023

    We need your help!

    We are looking for additional volunteers to help operate our helpline on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. If you are an empathetic person and can dedicate at least 3 hours per week, we warmly invite you to join our team of volunteers who provide emotional support to women experiencing domestic … Continued
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    12 July 2023

    Accreditation of the National Quality Standard for the support and assistance provided by Opoka to Polish women and their children experiencing domestic violence.

    On 12th July 2023 in Birmingham During the Women’s Aid National Conference 2023 “Transforming the Future for Survivors Together,” the Women’s Aid Federation of England awarded OPOKA the National Quality Standard Award! It was a fantastic event, and we are honoured to be part of this incredible sisterhood! In the photo below, representatives from OPOKA … Continued
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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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