Welcome
We Are Frieda CIC are proud to lead in intersectional practice, as the sectors one and only Black and Black Mixed-heritage by-and-for IDSVA training provider.
Accredited, experienced, and transforming professional understanding since 2020.
About Us
Embodying the voice and wisdom of diverse communities that have been marginalised, We Are Frieda CIC dedicate ourselves to providing intersectional, trauma-informed, and person-centred training, consultancy and support.
Through a dynamic mix of training, workshops, seminars, and consultancy services, we equip professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to take an intersectional stand against domestic and sexual violence and abuse.
Our Mission
We Are Frieda is dedicated to closing the gap between research and practice, offering specialised training and consultancy services in the field of domestic and sexual violence and abuse.
Our mission is to highlight the role and function of black and intersectional feminism in service delivery and design, cultivating a trauma-informed and person-centred culture in all services.
Central to our mission is calling for a reorganisation of society based on the collective needs of the most oppressed. Challenging systemic injustices, amplifying survivor voices, and transforming systems of support to foster a society free from stigma, blame, and inequity.
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Our Values
Empathy: We believe in providing services with understanding and sensitivity to the unique experiences of each individual. Joining them where they are and honouring them as experts of their own world.
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Equity: We actively work towards a just society, promoting fairness in all our interactions and dismantling systemic barriers and prejudices.
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Education: We strive to close the gap between research and practice, advocating for informed decision-making that fosters cultural competency and literacy.
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Empowerment: We support strength-based, client-led approaches, providing tools that empower individuals to reclaim control and amplify their voices.
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Intersectional Feminism: We recognise and address the diverse experiences that intersect with various social and political identities, upholding the principles of equity and inclusivity in all our work.
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Advocacy: We uphold the voices of survivors, particularly the most marginalised, ensuring their experiences inform our work and catalyse systemic change.
Our Aims
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To provide specialised, trauma-informed, and intersectional training and consultancy services.
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To bridge the gap between research and practice, ensuring our work is informed by the latest academic insights.
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To amplify the voices of survivors, particularly those most marginalised, to inform our work and the wider societal conversation.
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To advocate for systemic change to end secondary abuse experiences and increase cultural literacy.
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To challenge and destabilise perpetration, holding perpetrators accountable.
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To prioritise the emotional and physical safety of our clients, supporting them in their journey towards healing and empowerment
Services
We Are Frieda are dedicated to providing services that are informed by intersecting social identities and a deep commitment to equity. Our services are all rooted in intersectional, anti-racist andd cultrually competent practice in order to create more just and equitable systems. We invite you to come explore our services and the mission-driven leadership we provide.
