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Read our case studies, find resouces, and discover what we have been up to in the refuge.

Gilgal news

Reflections from the Interim Chief Executive

An update from Lis Sheppard, four months into her term as our Interim CEO

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Resources

The Gilgal Safeguarding Team

What is a DSL, and what does Safeguarding look like at Gilgal?

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Resources

Locked Out: Lily’s domestic abuse dissertation

Lily Soaper is a University of Birmingham graduate, who joined the Gilgal team earlier this year to undertake research for her dissertation as part of her BA Social Policy.

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Resources

Chelsey’s podcast review

Chelsey, one of the Gilgal team, recommends these two podcasts as invaluable learning resources on domestic abuse.

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Gilgal news

Volunteer spotlight: Margaret

Meet Margaret, an administrative volunteer with Gilgal.

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Case studies

Poppy’s story

“You saved my life”; Poppy’s journey to recovery

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Case studies

Somayya’s story

Breaking free: how Somayya rebuilt her life

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Resources

Types of abuse

It’s a common myth that domestic abuse only involves physical violence, but in reality, it takes many forms. Learn more about the different types of abuse.

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Gilgal news

Shop Manager Rose

Step inside the Gilgal Charity Shop and meet manager Rose!

Partner news

Thrive gardening

Find out how Birmingham Thrive and the People’s Health Trust are making our garden bloom!

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Partner news

The Cairn Consortium

Find out how the three sister charities Gilgal, Jericho and Bethel work together as the Cairn Consortium.

Case studies

VWV’s corporate partnership

VWV’s Birmingham office chose Gilgal as their Charity of the Year in 2024.

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Case studies

Fiona’s story

The first steps to freedom.

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Case studies

Vicky’s story

The path to independence; from survivor to self-reliant.

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Case studies

The Twins’ story

Finding refuge: a resilient journey from fear to hope.

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Case studies

Bianca’s story

Breaking free: an escape from abuse to independence.

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Case studies

Lampool’s story

A courageous fight for her daughter and a new beginning.

Case studies

Painting with Bridget Rush

Bridget Rush is our Artist in Residence at Gilgal.

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Case studies

Sarah’s story

A path to hope and healing.