Day: January 1, 2024
Erin Pizzey CBE
Erin Pizzey started the world’s first domestic violence shelter in the UK in 1971. Originally called the Chiswick Women’s Aid, you can still find this organisation operating under the name Refuge. In 2021 Refuge celebrated its 50th anniversary. Many well known figures, including politicians and royals, were present. Unfortunately Erin wasn’t present. This wasn’t an …
