The Next Chapter (East Of England)
We are passionate about ensuring that every person has the opportunity to live their life free from domestic abuse
Next Chapter (formerly known as Colchester & Tendring Women's Refuge) is a domestic abuse charity working across the areas of Braintree, Chelmsford, Colchester, Maldon, Tendring & Uttlesford. We provide free and confidential services to support people who are currently experiencing, or have previously experienced domestic abuse.
We are passionate about ensuring that every person has the opportunity to live their life free from domestic abuse.
Our vision is a world where everyone can live safely, with dignity and respect, free from domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Our mission is grounded in the voices of survivors and the strength of our communities, we empower individuals and families to rebuild their lives, free from harm, fear and injustice. Work collectively toward a safer, more equitable future for all. We advocate boldly for lasting change to end domestic abuse and sexual violence.
We take the values of our organisation very seriously - it's the way we set our own expectations about how we work with our service users, partners & each other and how we hold ourselves to account.
We take working for us very seriously!! We strive to create an environment that enables our staff to give their very best every day, because we know how important it is to be supported both personally and professionally, particularly when the work you do can be challenging and emotional.
This is us...
We are immensely passionate about the work we do to support people who have been impacted by domestic abuse. Our organisation is made up of over 60 dedicated and highly talented individuals who work tirelessly to ensure we are able to offer the very best support and advocacy for anyone who comes into our service. We have created this short piece of film to showcase who we are and what we do with the hope that all who see it get the very best sense of who we are and what we are about. Whether you are looking for support for yourself, you are considering investing in our vision or you are looking for your next career move, we hope that this will give you the insight into why we are so proud of what we have achieved and what we strive for everyday.
Registered Number 1058295