Our Vision
Anchored in Hope is a charity dedicated to supporting women who have experienced domestic violence or abuse as they navigate life after leaving those situations. We recognise that every woman’s journey is unique, and we are committed to providing tailored support to meet her individual needs.
Our primary focus is offering in-person support to women in the Portsmouth area, alongside online services accessible across the UK. Our programmes are designed to empower and uplift women as they rebuild their lives.
Meet the team…
RACHEL
FOUNDER
CLAIRE
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
GILL
WELLBEING LEAD
A message from our founder
I got married young and had two children. When my marriage ended, I found myself back at my parents’ house – alone, overwhelmed, and carrying trauma I didn’t have words for.
Even with a support network, I had never felt so alone. I didn’t know how to explain what I’d been through. I felt ashamed, like I’d failed – and carried deep guilt for what my children had seen and what I couldn’t protect them from.
I know I wouldn’t have been able to get through it without the amazing community of family and friends I had, and I also know that for so many women keeping your community ties is not possible when leaving. That’s why I started Anchored in Hope.
Leaving an abusive relationship is a huge challenge, let’s face it together: It’s not your fault, and you are not alone.