First Light
@firstlightsw.bsky.social
First Light is a leading charity supporting and empowering survivors of sexual violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and church-related abuse.
Thank you for standing with us and ensuring every voice is heard, believed, and supported.
From all of us at First Light, we wish you a safe, happy, and joyous festive season and an amazing New Year.
From all of us at First Light, we wish you a safe, happy, and joyous festive season and an amazing New Year.
December 24, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Thank you for standing with us and ensuring every voice is heard, believed, and supported.
From all of us at First Light, we wish you a safe, happy, and joyous festive season and an amazing New Year.
From all of us at First Light, we wish you a safe, happy, and joyous festive season and an amazing New Year.
We are proud to stand with colleagues across the sexual violence sector.
Together, we express serious concerns about the sale and promotion of self-swab ‘rape kits.’ Survivors deserve clarity, safety, and informed choices.
Together, we express serious concerns about the sale and promotion of self-swab ‘rape kits.’ Survivors deserve clarity, safety, and informed choices.
December 22, 2025 at 10:55 AM
We are proud to stand with colleagues across the sexual violence sector.
Together, we express serious concerns about the sale and promotion of self-swab ‘rape kits.’ Survivors deserve clarity, safety, and informed choices.
Together, we express serious concerns about the sale and promotion of self-swab ‘rape kits.’ Survivors deserve clarity, safety, and informed choices.
We are proud to share our Impact Report for 2024 - 2025
None of this could happen without YOU, our volunteers, donors, fundraisers, partners, and staff. Thank you for standing with us
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/news_and_sto...
None of this could happen without YOU, our volunteers, donors, fundraisers, partners, and staff. Thank you for standing with us
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/news_and_sto...
First Light Impact Report 2024 - 2025 - First Light
We are proud to share this year’s impact report. Our report highlights a growing need for support, but it also reflects the power of compassion, collaboration, and commitment. Together, we supported 2...
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December 15, 2025 at 3:10 PM
We are proud to share our Impact Report for 2024 - 2025
None of this could happen without YOU, our volunteers, donors, fundraisers, partners, and staff. Thank you for standing with us
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/news_and_sto...
None of this could happen without YOU, our volunteers, donors, fundraisers, partners, and staff. Thank you for standing with us
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/news_and_sto...
Huge thanks to Kate, one of our ISVAs, who joined the Wiltshire Police team
Kate shared:
"Sometimes victims don’t want to talk to police, they might be worried or scared, so working together like this really helps women in Swindon and Wiltshire"
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Kate shared:
"Sometimes victims don’t want to talk to police, they might be worried or scared, so working together like this really helps women in Swindon and Wiltshire"
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
December 12, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Huge thanks to Kate, one of our ISVAs, who joined the Wiltshire Police team
Kate shared:
"Sometimes victims don’t want to talk to police, they might be worried or scared, so working together like this really helps women in Swindon and Wiltshire"
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Kate shared:
"Sometimes victims don’t want to talk to police, they might be worried or scared, so working together like this really helps women in Swindon and Wiltshire"
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
We can all stand for change every day.
Abuse affect people in every community.
We help make sure every voice is heard, believed and supported.
If you want resources, visit: www.firstlight.org.uk/resource-hub/
Thank you for standing with us.
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
Abuse affect people in every community.
We help make sure every voice is heard, believed and supported.
If you want resources, visit: www.firstlight.org.uk/resource-hub/
Thank you for standing with us.
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
December 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
We can all stand for change every day.
Abuse affect people in every community.
We help make sure every voice is heard, believed and supported.
If you want resources, visit: www.firstlight.org.uk/resource-hub/
Thank you for standing with us.
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
Abuse affect people in every community.
We help make sure every voice is heard, believed and supported.
If you want resources, visit: www.firstlight.org.uk/resource-hub/
Thank you for standing with us.
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
Coercive control is one of the most common forms of domestic abuse.
It is also one of the hardest to recognise. It happens slowly, often hidden behind everyday behaviour.
Many people do not realise it is happening to someone they care about until the pattern is clearer.
It is also one of the hardest to recognise. It happens slowly, often hidden behind everyday behaviour.
Many people do not realise it is happening to someone they care about until the pattern is clearer.
December 9, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Coercive control is one of the most common forms of domestic abuse.
It is also one of the hardest to recognise. It happens slowly, often hidden behind everyday behaviour.
Many people do not realise it is happening to someone they care about until the pattern is clearer.
It is also one of the hardest to recognise. It happens slowly, often hidden behind everyday behaviour.
Many people do not realise it is happening to someone they care about until the pattern is clearer.
Abuse doesn’t look the same for everyone, it can take many forms & leave different marks, both seen & unseen
When we understand this, we stop searching for one “typical” sign and start recognising the many ways abuse can show up
Together, let’s end the stereotypes
#Stand4Change
When we understand this, we stop searching for one “typical” sign and start recognising the many ways abuse can show up
Together, let’s end the stereotypes
#Stand4Change
December 2, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Abuse doesn’t look the same for everyone, it can take many forms & leave different marks, both seen & unseen
When we understand this, we stop searching for one “typical” sign and start recognising the many ways abuse can show up
Together, let’s end the stereotypes
#Stand4Change
When we understand this, we stop searching for one “typical” sign and start recognising the many ways abuse can show up
Together, let’s end the stereotypes
#Stand4Change
We had an amazing day being hosted by @Argyle and @MANCulturePlym as they celebrated the launch of their new campaign #StandUpStandTogetherTogether,
we can create change
Learn more about the campaign www.pafc.co.uk/news/argyle-...
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction
we can create change
Learn more about the campaign www.pafc.co.uk/news/argyle-...
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction
December 1, 2025 at 3:16 PM
We had an amazing day being hosted by @Argyle and @MANCulturePlym as they celebrated the launch of their new campaign #StandUpStandTogetherTogether,
we can create change
Learn more about the campaign www.pafc.co.uk/news/argyle-...
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction
we can create change
Learn more about the campaign www.pafc.co.uk/news/argyle-...
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction
Be the support someone needs today.
You don’t need all the answers to help. What matters most is showing up with empathy and care.
Find resources on supporting someone affected by abuse: www.firstlight.org.uk/support/worr...
#Stand4Change #16daysofaction
You don’t need all the answers to help. What matters most is showing up with empathy and care.
Find resources on supporting someone affected by abuse: www.firstlight.org.uk/support/worr...
#Stand4Change #16daysofaction
December 1, 2025 at 10:13 AM
Be the support someone needs today.
You don’t need all the answers to help. What matters most is showing up with empathy and care.
Find resources on supporting someone affected by abuse: www.firstlight.org.uk/support/worr...
#Stand4Change #16daysofaction
You don’t need all the answers to help. What matters most is showing up with empathy and care.
Find resources on supporting someone affected by abuse: www.firstlight.org.uk/support/worr...
#Stand4Change #16daysofaction
Today is the opening of the St Laurence Annual Christmas Tree Festival in Stroud.
Last year, more than 7,500 visitors attended, making this a fantastic opportunity to highlight our #Gloucestershire #ISVA Service
stlaurencestroud.uk/event_custom...
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
Last year, more than 7,500 visitors attended, making this a fantastic opportunity to highlight our #Gloucestershire #ISVA Service
stlaurencestroud.uk/event_custom...
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
November 28, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Today is the opening of the St Laurence Annual Christmas Tree Festival in Stroud.
Last year, more than 7,500 visitors attended, making this a fantastic opportunity to highlight our #Gloucestershire #ISVA Service
stlaurencestroud.uk/event_custom...
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
Last year, more than 7,500 visitors attended, making this a fantastic opportunity to highlight our #Gloucestershire #ISVA Service
stlaurencestroud.uk/event_custom...
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
Our Safer Futures team was proud to attend the “Reducing Isolation and Loneliness in Cornwall” event.
The day celebrated the incredible work already happening in our communities thanks to funding from NHS Charities Together and Royal Cornwall Hospitals Charity.
#Stand4Change
The day celebrated the incredible work already happening in our communities thanks to funding from NHS Charities Together and Royal Cornwall Hospitals Charity.
#Stand4Change
November 28, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Our Safer Futures team was proud to attend the “Reducing Isolation and Loneliness in Cornwall” event.
The day celebrated the incredible work already happening in our communities thanks to funding from NHS Charities Together and Royal Cornwall Hospitals Charity.
#Stand4Change
The day celebrated the incredible work already happening in our communities thanks to funding from NHS Charities Together and Royal Cornwall Hospitals Charity.
#Stand4Change
Every action counts, and together we can create safer spaces and stronger support for survivors.
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
November 28, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Every action counts, and together we can create safer spaces and stronger support for survivors.
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
#Stand4Change #16DaysofAction
As part of 16 Days of Action, we were invited to take part in a lunchtime marketplace event for all Cornwall Councillors during their full council meeting day
We shared resources, offered information, and answered questions to help raise awareness
#Stand4change #16DaysOfAction
We shared resources, offered information, and answered questions to help raise awareness
#Stand4change #16DaysOfAction
November 27, 2025 at 12:38 PM
As part of 16 Days of Action, we were invited to take part in a lunchtime marketplace event for all Cornwall Councillors during their full council meeting day
We shared resources, offered information, and answered questions to help raise awareness
#Stand4change #16DaysOfAction
We shared resources, offered information, and answered questions to help raise awareness
#Stand4change #16DaysOfAction
Together, we can #Stand4Change and make sure every voice is heard, believed, and supported.
Explore resources via www.firstlight.org.uk
#DomesticAbuseAwareness #SexualViolenceSupport #HappyHealthyLove #Action4Change #SupportMatters
Explore resources via www.firstlight.org.uk
#DomesticAbuseAwareness #SexualViolenceSupport #HappyHealthyLove #Action4Change #SupportMatters
November 27, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Together, we can #Stand4Change and make sure every voice is heard, believed, and supported.
Explore resources via www.firstlight.org.uk
#DomesticAbuseAwareness #SexualViolenceSupport #HappyHealthyLove #Action4Change #SupportMatters
Explore resources via www.firstlight.org.uk
#DomesticAbuseAwareness #SexualViolenceSupport #HappyHealthyLove #Action4Change #SupportMatters
We were delighted to join @SwindonCouncil yesterday for White Ribbon Day.
Our team delivered a presentation about the support we provide through our SARC and ISVA services.
Together, we can ensure that every voice is heard, believed and supported.
#WhiteRibbonDay #Stand4Change
Our team delivered a presentation about the support we provide through our SARC and ISVA services.
Together, we can ensure that every voice is heard, believed and supported.
#WhiteRibbonDay #Stand4Change
November 26, 2025 at 11:53 AM
We were delighted to join @SwindonCouncil yesterday for White Ribbon Day.
Our team delivered a presentation about the support we provide through our SARC and ISVA services.
Together, we can ensure that every voice is heard, believed and supported.
#WhiteRibbonDay #Stand4Change
Our team delivered a presentation about the support we provide through our SARC and ISVA services.
Together, we can ensure that every voice is heard, believed and supported.
#WhiteRibbonDay #Stand4Change
When we think of abuse, we often picture bruises or shouting.
𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬, 𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞.
If something feels wrong, it might be abuse. You are not alone, and help is available.
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/support/
#Stand4Change
𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬, 𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞.
If something feels wrong, it might be abuse. You are not alone, and help is available.
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/support/
#Stand4Change
November 26, 2025 at 10:16 AM
When we think of abuse, we often picture bruises or shouting.
𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬, 𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞.
If something feels wrong, it might be abuse. You are not alone, and help is available.
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/support/
#Stand4Change
𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬, 𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞.
If something feels wrong, it might be abuse. You are not alone, and help is available.
👉 www.firstlight.org.uk/support/
#Stand4Change
Today we’re at the University of Gloucestershire with the SARC team to mark the start of 16 Days of Action and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
#gloucestershire #Stand4change #happyhealthylove #16DaysOfAction
#gloucestershire #Stand4change #happyhealthylove #16DaysOfAction
November 25, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Today we’re at the University of Gloucestershire with the SARC team to mark the start of 16 Days of Action and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
#gloucestershire #Stand4change #happyhealthylove #16DaysOfAction
#gloucestershire #Stand4change #happyhealthylove #16DaysOfAction
Together, we can break the cycle of abuse.
We’re asking individuals, workplaces, schools, and communities to stand together against domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Learn more and get involved: www.firstlight.org.uk/go/stand4cha...
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction
We’re asking individuals, workplaces, schools, and communities to stand together against domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Learn more and get involved: www.firstlight.org.uk/go/stand4cha...
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction
November 25, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Together, we can break the cycle of abuse.
We’re asking individuals, workplaces, schools, and communities to stand together against domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Learn more and get involved: www.firstlight.org.uk/go/stand4cha...
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction
We’re asking individuals, workplaces, schools, and communities to stand together against domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Learn more and get involved: www.firstlight.org.uk/go/stand4cha...
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction
Stand With Us This 16 Days of Action
This year, we’re asking you to Stand4Change with us.
Because every voice deserves to be heard, believed, and supported.
👉 Join us from the 25th of November. Take action. Help ensure no one is left unheard.
#16DaysOfAction #Stand4Change
This year, we’re asking you to Stand4Change with us.
Because every voice deserves to be heard, believed, and supported.
👉 Join us from the 25th of November. Take action. Help ensure no one is left unheard.
#16DaysOfAction #Stand4Change
November 21, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Stand With Us This 16 Days of Action
This year, we’re asking you to Stand4Change with us.
Because every voice deserves to be heard, believed, and supported.
👉 Join us from the 25th of November. Take action. Help ensure no one is left unheard.
#16DaysOfAction #Stand4Change
This year, we’re asking you to Stand4Change with us.
Because every voice deserves to be heard, believed, and supported.
👉 Join us from the 25th of November. Take action. Help ensure no one is left unheard.
#16DaysOfAction #Stand4Change
Last Tuesday our Gloucestershire ISVA Service attended the annual Sexual Health and Guidance Event at Hartpury College. On Thursday we joined the Cheltenham Leaving Care Team to celebrate National Care Leavers Month.
#gloucestershire #ISVA
#gloucestershire #ISVA
November 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Last Tuesday our Gloucestershire ISVA Service attended the annual Sexual Health and Guidance Event at Hartpury College. On Thursday we joined the Cheltenham Leaving Care Team to celebrate National Care Leavers Month.
#gloucestershire #ISVA
#gloucestershire #ISVA
Safe Spaces was invited to take part in Safeguarding Sunday at Hornsey Parish Church.
This year’s theme is “Action Speaks Louder”, encouraging churches to move beyond good intentions and conversations and take concrete steps to strengthen safeguarding within their communities.
This year’s theme is “Action Speaks Louder”, encouraging churches to move beyond good intentions and conversations and take concrete steps to strengthen safeguarding within their communities.
November 17, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Safe Spaces was invited to take part in Safeguarding Sunday at Hornsey Parish Church.
This year’s theme is “Action Speaks Louder”, encouraging churches to move beyond good intentions and conversations and take concrete steps to strengthen safeguarding within their communities.
This year’s theme is “Action Speaks Louder”, encouraging churches to move beyond good intentions and conversations and take concrete steps to strengthen safeguarding within their communities.
Our Plymouth Sexual Violence and Abuse Counselling Service was proud to be invited aboard HMS Drake.
We joined Naval personnel to share how our support services can help those outside the Armed Forces community.
Thank you to HMS Drake for opening the conversation.
We joined Naval personnel to share how our support services can help those outside the Armed Forces community.
Thank you to HMS Drake for opening the conversation.
November 12, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Our Plymouth Sexual Violence and Abuse Counselling Service was proud to be invited aboard HMS Drake.
We joined Naval personnel to share how our support services can help those outside the Armed Forces community.
Thank you to HMS Drake for opening the conversation.
We joined Naval personnel to share how our support services can help those outside the Armed Forces community.
Thank you to HMS Drake for opening the conversation.
Knowing someone is there can make all the difference.
If someone you care about is experiencing domestic abuse or has been impacted by sexual violence, your support can mean more than you know.
Your support matters. Just being there can be a lifeline.
If someone you care about is experiencing domestic abuse or has been impacted by sexual violence, your support can mean more than you know.
Your support matters. Just being there can be a lifeline.
November 11, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Knowing someone is there can make all the difference.
If someone you care about is experiencing domestic abuse or has been impacted by sexual violence, your support can mean more than you know.
Your support matters. Just being there can be a lifeline.
If someone you care about is experiencing domestic abuse or has been impacted by sexual violence, your support can mean more than you know.
Your support matters. Just being there can be a lifeline.
We proudly celebrate the incredible individuals who volunteer their time, skills, and expertise as trustees of First Light.
Thank you for standing with us, for believing in our mission, and for helping us ensure every voice is heard, believed, and supported.
#trusteesweek
Thank you for standing with us, for believing in our mission, and for helping us ensure every voice is heard, believed, and supported.
#trusteesweek
November 5, 2025 at 9:05 AM
We proudly celebrate the incredible individuals who volunteer their time, skills, and expertise as trustees of First Light.
Thank you for standing with us, for believing in our mission, and for helping us ensure every voice is heard, believed, and supported.
#trusteesweek
Thank you for standing with us, for believing in our mission, and for helping us ensure every voice is heard, believed, and supported.
#trusteesweek
From 25 November to 10 December, we’ll be leading our annual campaign as part of the 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence.
Together, we can move from awareness to action, and from action to lasting change.
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction #SupportSurvivors
Together, we can move from awareness to action, and from action to lasting change.
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction #SupportSurvivors
November 3, 2025 at 3:25 PM
From 25 November to 10 December, we’ll be leading our annual campaign as part of the 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence.
Together, we can move from awareness to action, and from action to lasting change.
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction #SupportSurvivors
Together, we can move from awareness to action, and from action to lasting change.
#Stand4Change #16DaysOfAction #SupportSurvivors