Changing conversations. Building connections. Ending harmful practices together.

We work with communities across Merseyside, running sessions, events and awareness activities, helping people to become advocates for change.

Upcoming events and sessions

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MP and author, Naz Shah, to speak at Savera UK “Culture is Beautiful” festival

Naz Shah, the Labour MP for Bradford West, forced marriage survivor and author of “Honoured: Survival, Strength and My Path …
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We’re hiring: Independent ‘Honour’-Based Abuse & Harmful Practices Advocate

Post: Independent ‘Honour’-Based Abuse (HBA)& Harmful Practices Advocate (IHBAHPA) (Women Only) Band: Band 3- Programme …
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Acts for Savera UK “Culture is Beautiful” Festival 2026 announced

Savera UK, a leading charity established in Merseyside to help people affected by ‘honour’-based abuse …
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STATEMENT: Five men sentenced for Telford ‘Honour’ Kidnap

Last week at Shrewsbury Crown Court, five men were sentenced to almost 30 years in …
A large crowd marches down a city street holding brightly colored signs calling for an end to honour-based abuse and harmful practices. Posters read messages such as “Break the Silence With Us,” “End FGM,” “End Child Marriage,” and “End HBA.” People of different ages and backgrounds walk together, some wearing vibrant clothing and face paint, showing solidarity and energy as they advocate for human rights.
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Savera UK’s “March to End HBA” and free “Culture is Beautiful” festival to return this summer

Savera UK’s “March to End HBA” and free “Festival of Culture” is set to return …

Community advocate programme

Become a voice for change in your community

Our community advocates are trained volunteers who raise awareness of HBA and harmful practices within their own networks — whether that’s a faith group, sports club, school or neighbourhood.

Outreach

Invite Savera UK to your event or group

We deliver awareness sessions, talks, stalls and workshops to all kinds of community groups. We work with faith groups, women’s groups, schools and colleges, sports clubs, organisations and businesses, universities and more.

Awareness sessions

Awareness sessions

Informal, accessible sessions for community groups on HBA and harmful practices; what they are, how to recognise them, and how to get help.

Community stalls and events

Community stalls and events

We attend community events, festivals and public spaces to reach people who might not otherwise know we exist.

Cultural events

Cultural events

Cultural events run across the year celebrating community and raising awareness.

Community leaflet

Community leaflet

A plain-language guide to HBA and harmful practices, available in key community languages.

Want to work with us in your community?

Get in touch and we’ll find the right way to support your group or event.

Support us

Donate

Help us end ‘honour’-based abuse. Every contribution helps someone at risk find their new beginning.

Volunteer

Are you a passionate activist who cares about social justice, equality and human rights?

Fundraise

There are many ways to fundraise for Savera UK and help us continue our vital work.