Bangor and District Women's Aid exists:
a. to relieve the distress and suffering of women and children caused by exposure to domestic abuse;
b. to relieve any woman or child in necessitous circumstances by the provision of temporary accommodation, by making grants of money, or by providing or paying for items, service or facilities;
c. to preserve and protect the mental and physical health of women and children in necessitous circumstances;
d. to educate the public in the causes and effects of domestic abuse and the prevention thereof, and to undertake or contribute to research into such matters and to publish the useful results of such research.
BDWA VISION
Our vision is a community free of domestic abuse, where everyone is safe and respected.
BDWA MISSION
Providing emotional and practical support to those who are or have been subject to domestic abuse and building a safer community through education and collaboration.
BDWA VALUES
Empowering people to achieve independence.
Respecting our clients’ choices as to how we will support them.
Being adaptable and flexible to provide the best for our clients.
The importance of offering clients a service in their preferred language.
A belief in gender equality underpins all our work.
Respect for cultural diversity.
Collaboration with other organisations as a means of achieving the best outcomes for clients.
Non-judgmental, respectful and confidential approaches.
The importance of acting with openness and integrity.
Maintaining an excellent service through continuous improvement.
