Healing young survivors, creating a world beyond domestic abuse.
EdShift provides a space of safety, belonging and community, using the arts to transform the lives of young people affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
So they have the skills to challenge personal and systemic power dynamics, have the freedom and autonomy to advocate for themselves; lead healthy, meaningful lives and enjoy loving relationships.
Our programmes are designed alongside young survivors.
Through creative expression, we help children and young people to develop a deeper understanding of their experiences, breaking down barriers to healing and growth.
Our comprehensive approach not only supports healing but also equips young people with the tools to recognise and challenge abusive patterns, paving the way for a future free from violence.
Early intervention programme supporting children and young people (aged 4 – 19) who are living with or have been exposed to domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Our response to the cost-of-living crisis, ensuring we reach children living in high-risk households and send them the healing message of ‘you are not alone’.
12-week rolling programme, where art and group work come together to help children process trauma and heal.
One-to-one Art Therapy sessions for 4–19 year olds, using art materials as tools of communication and creativity as a form of expression.
A monthly peer support group for girls aged 8-18 who have experienced domestic abuse.
Our drama-based ACT OUT/SPEAK UP programme is delivered to children and young people (aged 7 – 21) to help them develop the skills for healthy, nurturing relationships of all kinds.
Project Zero is EdShift’s whole school approach provision to end violence against women and girls (VAWG) by recruiting allies, raising awareness, and encouraging positive bystander action.
Kindness is King aims to cultivate kindness and promote gender equality among children and young people, sparking critical conversations around gender stereotypes and their impact on self-perception and relationships
One-to-one Art Therapy sessions for 4–19 year olds, using art materials as tools of communication and creativity as a form of expression.
A monthly peer support group for girls aged 8-18 who have experienced domestic abuse.
See our corporate membership packages, what’s included, the benefits, how it helps vulnerable children and young people and how you can be a part of the change.
Together we can touch more lives, break cycles of violence, and continue providing safe spaces for children and young people.
Sustainability isn’t just about financial stability; it’s about purpose-driven impact. Your investment directly fuels our programmes - The Nest, Spotlight and Bravebox.
When businesses like yours stand with EdShift, you become champions of resilience. Imagine the hope we can ignite, the futures we can shape, and the healing we can facilitate.
Our evidence-based, child-centred BraveBox Safety Planning Training is specifically designed for frontline staff working directly with children affected by trauma. This bespoke training aims to enhance creative, trauma-informed, and therapeutic approaches to safety planning with children and young people living in complex, high-risk, and violent households.
“The training has allowed me to reflect on my role and how to support the children, young people and their families that I work with more successfully with a better understanding of them and their external factors”.
“They use visual digital resources that really help to guide the children through the workshops.”
“One of the better training accessed, really good.”
“My colleague has already recommended this to other neighbouring schools. Just brilliant.”
“Essential, innovative and really eye opening. The kids loved the drama element.”
“5 stars for the training. Very needed, informative, and fantastic to see things through the eyes of a child.”
“Powerful, hard hitting, and informative. Just what our year 11s needed. Loved that the practitioners stayed behind afterwards so some of the young people could talk to them 1:1 if needed.”
“It’s very rare that we don’t get at least one child needing support throughout the day, but that wasn’t the case when EdShift visited our school. The children were extremely engaged and were still asking questions a while after the sessions had finished”
“SpotLight has helped me more than anything else I have ever done!”
“SpotLight’s really helped me in school, I find I can concentrate more in class.”
“I like having somewhere to come where I can talk about how I’m feeling. I feel good after. I can express how I feel more”.
“[My child] has made a vast improvement already… it’s making me emotional, it’s like having my little girl back. They’ve noticed at school too”.
“The team at EdShift were great with my 4 year old son, he immediately warmed to Ellie and became immersed in the sessions. Each week was interesting and creative, and my son still talks about the techniques he learned and the artwork he made.
I’m certain it has helped him in developing coping mechanisms for his day to day life.
Overall I was really impressed with the facilities, the communication and especially the natural ability of staff to make a child so young feel welcome, happy and safe.”
“I love going to sessions and getting everything off my chest, I sleep so much better after my session.”
As EdShift transitions from a Community Interest Company (CIC) to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), we are seeking a strategic, values-driven Chair of Trustees to lead our Board into this next vital chapter.
Read the full role description and how to apply by clicking below.
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