Resources for professionals

Here you will find links to information and resources for professionals working with women and girls in Luton and Bedfordshire covering many of the key issues affecting their lives.

We are still developing this area of the site so keep checking back for changes.

Resources - Forced Marriage

Find resources around the issue of forced marriage and associated issues here. Read more

Resources - Honour Based Abuse (HBA)

Explore a list of resources and documents around the issue of so-called honour-based abuse/violence here. Read more

Resources - FGM

Access some useful resources and documents around the issue of FGM (for professionals) here, including information on FGM protection orders. Read more

Resources - Pan Beds Harmful Practices Group

Documents from the Pan Bedfordshire Harmful Practices Group (for professionals) can be accessed adn downloaded here. Read more

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Volunteer with us

Volunteering with LAWC is a fantastic way for you use your skills, expertise and time for good, to support the vital work we carry out and to become a hugely valued member of our great team! Take a look at our current opportunities.
Take part in 16 days of activism

November 25th - December 25th. A programme of events and activities at Luton All Women's Centre and at other local partner organisations in support of the global 16 days of activism to end violence against women and girls.
LAWC Event: Engaging communities about FGM

Thursday 2nd Dec 1-2pm on Zoom. Join us to discuss how we can stimulate conversations amongst communities and families where FGM is still a real threat to the safety and wellbeing of girls and women. Women and men welcome.
LAWC Event: How do we tackle violence towards women and misogyny in society?

Friday 3rd Dec 4-5pm on Zoom AND Friday 10th Dec 1-2pm on Zoom. Join us to talk about the issues that are important to you in terms of safety and the deluge of offences that are committed towards women, both small and large. Women only

What we do

Luton All Women’s Centre (LAWC) has been supporting women and girls living in Luton and Bedfordshire since the early 1990s. Offering a wide-range of advisory, information, practical and holistic support services, our aim is to challenge gender inequality and empower women and girls to enjoy lives that are safer, healthier and fairer.
Jobs

We are looking for new people to join our great team. Take a look at our current vacancies.
Domestic abuse

Almost 30% of women in England and Wales say they have experienced domestic violence/abuse since the age of 16. If you are affected by this issue, Luton All Women's Centre is there to help.
Counselling

Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, abuse, bereavement or any other distressing issue in your life, it can be easy to feel alone or that everything has moved beyond your point of control. Counselling provides the opportunity to talk with someone about how you’re feeling in a wholly supportive, confidential and non-judgemental environment. At Luton All Women’s Centre, professional counselling is an ongoing and vital part of the holistic support we offer to our clients.
Make a referral

If you’re a professional and think someone you’re supporting could benefit from any of the services we provide at Luton All Women’s Centre, the team would be happy to hear from you.
Other groups

Luton All Women's Centre offers a range of support groups for women whose health and wellbeing have been affected by various life-events - including childhood sexual abuse, bereavement and menopause.
Health and wellbeing

The importance of maintaining good physical health, mental health and general wellbeing cannot be over-emphasised. For the women we support at Luton All Women's Centre, such things aren't always easy. Our centre provides a wide range of services which aim to help vulnerable women in Luton with this area of their lives.
Essential information

Take a look at all the essential information you need to know about Luton All Women's Centre including COVID-19 updates plus our normal opening times, facilities and accessibility information.
Help with mental health and wellbeing

Local and national information an support around mental health and wellbeing
Help with the menopause

Local and national information and support around the menopause