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Join us on Friday 25th November as we honour and remember the women who have lost their lives to male violence. Together with other local organisations, we will be holding a solidarity walk in Penzance. Starting from Wherrytown carpark and proceeding to the Methodist Church on Chapel Street, the walk will be followed by readings, […]

Last week, we visited Heart of the Woods for a Woodland Wellbeing day. Cubit woods is a privately owned space, so our women were able to relax and enjoy the soothing surroundings. We walked, whittled, created mandala art using natural materials and ate nourishing food cooked on an open fire. A wonderful, wild day.

Are you interested in supporting women and children who have been affected by domestic abuse and/or sexual violence? We are looking for volunteers to work in our Refuge, Helpline and Outreach services. Could this be you? We are running an 8-week training programme to give you all the skills you need. Sessions will start on […]

Funding and Communications Writer – West Cornwall Women’s Aid (closing date 17th October 2022) West Cornwall Women’s Aid is run by women, for women and exists to bring an end to the harm done through domestic abuse and sexual violence. WCWA’s work is holistic and empowering: working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse. […]

WCWAid is deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty the Queen. She was an inspirational woman. We send our heartfelt condolences to her family. Photo: https://www.instagram.com/buckinghampalaceroyal/

A morning yoga session for women, run by a trauma-informed practitioner. Establish presence and find a sense of grounding in connecting your mind and body, in a safe and predictable environment. Sessions are free and take place at our community building on Fridays from 9:30-11am. Mats provided. Please email support@wcwaid.co.uk or call 01736 367539 to […]

A huge thank you to everyone who participated, supported, and contributed to the event. It was humbling to see how many people there are out there, who care about putting an end to gender based violence.

Part of the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence campaign, this year’s Take Back The Night March in Penzance will take place on Monday December 6th. People are invited to assemble at Wherrytown Skatepark from 5.15pm, before setting off at 5.30pm to walk along Penzance Promenade to the Jubilee Pool pedestrian crossing, then […]