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Home / Brainkind employees recognised as Blooming Strong Champions by Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse
Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse (STADA) have chosen Steffy – our Domestic Abuse & Brain Injury Researcher – and Thea – our Policy Officer – as two of their Blooming Strong Champions, recognising their incredible work, dedication and resilience in the domestic abuse space in relation to brain injury.
Having both played a key role in Brainkind’s pioneering research, Too Many to Count, which found that one in two people who have experienced domestic abuse may have a brain injury, we’re delighted that they’ve been chosen for this prestigious award.
“I am deeply honoured to have our work recognised by STADA, a leading national charity bringing people together to end domestic abuse. It’s a privilege to be nominated for a Blooming Strong award alongside such extraordinary women,” says Steffy.
“’Too Many to Count’ was the first study of its kind in the UK, revealing that as many as one in two domestic abuse survivors accessing community services may be living with a brain injury. I’m proud to have been a part of the team that brought this crucial issue to light.”
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Blooming Strong, a movement dedicated to amplifying the voices of survivors and driving transformative change in the sector.
“For over a decade, Blooming Strong has celebrated the remarkable women leading the charge against domestic abuse,” says Cherryl Henry-Leach, CEO of STADA.
“This year’s champions exemplify the essence of ‘Accelerating Action,’ driving transformative change in the sector. STADA is immensely proud to honour their contributions and unwavering commitment.”
Steffy and Thea are in good company, standing alongside 11 other women including Dame Nicole Jacobs and Jess Phillips MP, who are leading the fight against domestic abuse.
Brainkind followed the publication of Too Many to Count with Complex Lives. This report considered the experiences of women in contact with the Criminal Justice System in Wales. Again, revealing exceptionally high rates of domestic abuse and a history indicative of a brain injury for these women.
Thea said: “The work of STADA to highlight domestic abuse as a health issue is incredibly important and directly aligned with our work. It’s fantastic to be recognised by this nomination, and I am so grateful to all the women who shared their experiences as part of our 2024 report, Complex Lives, which sheds light on issues around women in the criminal justice system, brain injury and domestic abuse”
As part of our next steps to better support survivors of domestic abuse, we’re developing Brainkind Adapt – a web-based tool to support professionals in domestic abuse specialist organisations. It allows professionals to have structured conversations with people they are supporting about potential brain injury signs and symptoms, as well as thinking about how they can adapt the way they work with them.
“This award is not just a recognition of Brainkind’s continued efforts and commitment in this space, but a tribute to the women who shared their stories and lived experiences with us,” said Steffy.
“The insights and experiences of these women have made an invaluable contribution to understanding the relationship between domestic abuse and brain injury in the UK.”
Davina Jones, Head of Policy Influencing & Social Change added: “I’m incredibly proud of Steffy and Thea’s continued hard work and dedication to raising awareness of brain injury in the context of domestic abuse. They are both very deserving of the Blooming Strong Champions nomination, and Brainkind thanks STADA for this recognition.”
To learn more about our work looking at brain injury in the context of domestic abuse, click here.
