To build a world where South Asian women are safe, heard, and empowered—free from domestic violence, fear, and discrimination, and supported to live lives filled with dignity, purpose, and independence.

 

Our mission is to stand beside South Asian women affected by domestic violence and hate crime. Through culturally sensitive support, education, and partnership working, we empower women to reclaim their voices, rebuild their lives, and rise strong.

 

 

To provide holistic, grassroots support to South Asian women affected by domestic violence.

 

To raise awareness and challenge the stigma around abuse within the community.

 

To work in partnership with external agencies to improve access to services and justice for women.

 

To campaign against hate crime and all forms of gender-based violence.

 

To educate, empower, and elevate women through leadership, language, and life-skills programmes.

 

 

 

Founded in 2012, Sisters Forum is a community-rooted organisation working primarily with South Asian women who have experienced domestic abuse. Many of these women face multiple barriers—including language, cultural expectations, immigration status, and isolation.

 

 

Culturally sensitive domestic violence support – one-to-one sessions, emotional support, advocacy, and practical guidance.

 

Grassroots engagement – meeting women where they are, in community spaces, with trust and compassion.

 

ESOL classes – empowering women with language and communication skills to navigate everyday life confidently.

 

Leadership and personal development programmes – encouraging women to rediscover their voice, power, and potential.

 

Signposting – connecting women to external services such as legal aid, housing, mental health support, immigration advice, and refuge.

 

Campaigning and awareness-raising – we work actively with local councils, law enforcement, and NGOs to tackle domestic abuse and hate crime through community events, training, and policy engagement.

 

Hate crime advocacy – in partnership with external organisations, we support women who face racially or religiously motivated abuse, often linked to their gender, culture, or clothing. We help them report incidents safely, access justice, and feel seen and supported.