The Maggie Oliver Foundation (TMOF) exists to create an inclusive, more equitable world.  Its vision is to create a society where:  

• survivors/victims (terms used interchangeably) of childhood sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) are empowered to live fulfilled and successful lives,
• every survivor is treated with dignity, respect and as an equal and valued member of society, and  
• the criminal justice system is fit for purpose in achieving justice for victims.

Without support, survivors are often isolated and alone, with no knowledge of where to turn for the help and advice they need to begin rebuilding their shattered lives.  TMOF provides a safe place for survivors to be heard, and to use their experiences to campaign for a criminal justice system that is fit for purpose in achieving the justice they deserve.    

TMOF’s work is not about what we can do for survivors but what we can do with them and them with us.  We believe that mutual support and visible thriving of fellow survivors can be a catalyst for change.  Approximately 60% of TMOF’s current volunteer and staff team have identified themselves as survivors, or family members of survivors, of CSAE.  A key factor in survivors learning the thrive is them witnessing the positive impact of healing of those around them. 

TMOF’s mission is to empower survivors of CSAE to create a positive ripple effect through society.  Survivors are supported on their recovery journey (improved wellbeing, life choices and prospects) and build the strength and resilience to support others on their path to recovery.  Sharing of their experiences of how the criminal justice system and statutory services have failed them leads to improved practices when dealing with victims of CSAE and as a result more victims feel safe and confident in seeking justice.

TMOF is underpinned by the passion of its founder and Chair, Maggie Oliver.  With 25 years’ experience of helping survivors, Maggie is a former Detective who resigned from Greater Manchester Police in 2012 to expose the extent of the Rochdale Grooming Scandal.  She interviewed many victims providing harrowing details of systematic abuse.  Many allegations were not recorded by senior officers, the perpetrators not pursued, nor the victims protected.  After striving to pursue this internally, she chose conscience over career and has dedicated herself to supporting victims and survivors of CSAE and to ensuring the criminal justice system is fit for purpose in achieving the justice they deserve.