In some parts of the world, being a woman puts you at a disadvantage.

Like in Sussex.

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We’re Brighton Women’s Centre and we’ve been supporting self-identifying women in Sussex for 50 years. We help women from all backgrounds, facing all kinds of issues, to live happier lives.

We are run for women by women, we support those with chronic conditions, those who have faced abuse, trauma, poverty, homelessness, or are in contact with the criminal justice system. 

BWC is based in Brighton city centre, in one of the top 10% areas of deprivation in the UK (IMD, 2019), and we currently have services across Sussex from Crawley, to Worthing, Eastbourne, Hastings, and even stretching into Kent. 

Last year, we helped 868 women and 14 children through one or more of our services – 23% more women than the previous year. 

As we celebrate our 50th birthday, our services are needed now, more than ever. 

Services

Support Services

Safe, women-only spaces where you can be yourself while finding information, and emotional and practical support.

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Women's Counselling and Psychotherapy

Specialist, short-term, women-centred counselling and movement therapies.

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ToyBox

ToyBox Early Years is an Ofsted-registered childcare setting providing quality education in a caring and learning environment.

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“The food bank enables me not to have to worry so much about bills; which has reduced stress, worry and improved my health. Everyone (staff and service users) are friendly and attentive to needs. It’s a very welcoming and non-judgemental place.”

Anna, service user

Get Involved

Fundraise

Would you consider making us your chosen charity at your workplace? Or joining our Fundraising and Communications Group?

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Volunteer for us

A huge amount of the work BWC does is only possible because of the commitment and dedication of dozens of volunteers who offer their time and expertise.

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Vacancies

Are you interested in joining our team? See our latest vacancies.

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“Volunteering at BWC has been a truly enriching experience for me. To be a part of such a passionate, diverse and dedicated organisation has supported and inspired me on both a professional and personal level. It has provided a safe, supportive and encouraging environment where my confidence and skill set as a practitioner have been able to grow.”

Sara, Holistic Therapy volunteer