The University of Leeds Pilates Society have chosen Women's Health Matters to support this year.

Women’s Health Matters supports disadvantaged and marginalised women and girls to have a fair chance at a better life.

Visit our website: www.womenshealthmatters.org.uk

We work with around 1,200 women, their families, and girls each year in and around Leeds. These women and girls are most at risk including those experiencing domestic violence, sexual or emotional abuse, those with children in care or at risk, women seeking asylum, and those with complex or mental health needs.

At the heart of the approach is a woman-centred, holistic model that creates a safe, nurturing environment. Through group work, peer support, and one-to-one sessions, women are supported to rebuild confidence, explore their needs, and regain control over their lives. The organisation’s broad health focus allows women to speak about abuse safely, without stigma or fear.

Women’s Health Matters also extends its reach through outreach work, engaging women who may struggle to access statutory services. This inclusive approach ensures that women from all backgrounds can access meaningful support, including those facing barriers related to ethnicity, disability, sexuality, or income.

As a charity run by women, for women, we recognise that women are the experts in their own lives. We help women move beyond abuse and trauma in a way that is non-stigmatising, collaborative, and empowering.