Endorsements

bassam mahfouz

"With support services stretched, violence against women and girls rising by nearly 40% in London over the last decade, and family breakdown at a record high, it is absolutely clear that the work of Lasting Support is crucially important and needed now, with families and individuals who may feel culturally excluded from statutory services being particularly impacted by these trends. Lasting Support intervenes to support these families and individuals, working to stem the tide of family breakdown and trauma. "

the bbc

"Throughout production, the team at Lasting Support CIC, and in particular Warda Mohamed, gave generously of their time and knowledge. Their insight was instrumental in helping us understand how the care system has failed girls at risk of exploitation by drugs gangs, and in shaping the editorial rigour with which we approached this subject. They also gave us a first-hand understanding of the preventative work being done on the ground, including their programmes in schools that equip girls with the knowledge and language to recognise grooming, coercion and issues of consent before harm occurs."

Aspana begum

"I would like to acknowledge the meaningful work carried out by Lasting Support in providing trauma-informed intervention for children, young people, and families involved in high-risk safeguarding situations. Lasting Support brings together community and clinical expertise, using arts, music, and sports-based intervention as well as professional therapeutic support. This is vital in providing sustained and varied support to both parents and children in complex safeguarding situations. Their efforts to provide early intervention are central in tackling complex patterns of behaviour and removing barriers to healing service"

Anna Elliot

"I have had the opportunity to visit the Lasting Support and observe their work first hand. I have been struck by the warm and nurturing environment they have created and saw, in abundance, a genuine sense of care and belonging for those who often feel marginalised by services. Their diverse staff team reflect the richness of Ealing. In my experience of working alongside the organisation, they are well a trusted and already have strong relationships with our communities, built through relational and strengths based support. Lasting Support are well placed to deliver services in Ealing.The impact of their work is clear. I have seen increased engagement from children and young people who may otherwise be at risk of disengagement, as well as improvements in confidence and social connection for whole families."

Zunaed Ahmed

"Over the past two years, our construction project has had the privilege of volunteering with this amazing charity with their gift assembling wrapping initiative. Seeing firsthand the care, dedication and thought that goes into supporting children affected by trauma has been deeply moving. This experience did not just allow us to give back - it bought our colleagues closer together and connected us to a vital cause. This charity's impact on children lives is profound and we are really proud to support their life changing work. We will continue partnering with them into the future."