what we do
who we help
meet the girls and women we work with
Every woman who comes to us has a unique story to tell. She may face poverty, abuse, addiction, depression or racism.
We'd like you to meet just a few of the thousands of girls and women we work with. Their experiences and opinions form the foundations for everything we do, everything we think.
Read about Diane's 25 year struggle to overcome alcohol abuse, and Stacey's determination to tell girls about how to drink responsibly. Lorna lives in a small village and is worried about the temptations of alcohol.
Tegen, Marie and Sherelle all had problems at school and became bored and disruptive.
Becky and Sarah were both in care and found it hard to cope with the rejection and subsequent isolation.
Charlotte needed help to deal with violent outbursts of frustration.
Rosie first came to us ten years ago having suffered sexual abuse. She is proof that if you intervene early enough you can change the course of a girl’s life.
Emma carried drugs for her boyfriend and was lucky 
not to go to prison.
Natasha was battling drink and drug addictions and went to prison 27 times.
Ninda was beaten and abused all her life, and now, with astonishing grace and dignity, is fighting for a future free of fear and violence.
We are so proud to be able to help them take control of their lives.
Film
This short film shows what actually happens at our women's centres.
support us
There are so many ways you can support us, from holding a fundraising event to volunteering
fact
A quarter of women in the UK experience domestic violence in their lifetime
quote
"British Gas are proud to support Platform 51's efforts to inspire young women to be the future workforce in Engineering. It is important for young women to discover they have the skills or aptitude that could help them reach their full potential in a career in building services."
Carole Willsher, Recruitment and Diversity Specialist, Centrica Plc
