A Safe Space For Women,
Run By Women
We are an organisation run by women for women, providing a range of supportive services for women and their children escaping violence and abuse across Hull and Humberside.
On Preston Road on the corner of Bilton Grove stands a large purple house, a local landmark which has since earned its nickname of ‘Purple House’.
Supporting Brighter Futures For Women And Children In Hull
A Safe Space For Women,
Run By Women
We are an organisation run by women for women, providing a range of supportive services for women and their children escaping violence and abuse across Hull and Humberside.
On Preston Road on the corner of Bilton Grove stands a large purple house, a local landmark which has since earned its nickname of ‘Purple House’.
Supporting Brighter Futures
For Women And Children In Hull
How We Can Help You
Domestic Violence Support
Specialist support if you’re experiencing abuse.
Housing Services
Emergency and longer-term housing options across Hull.
Affordable Justice
Legal support from women trained in family law
Training & Education
Build confidence and learn new skills
Young Women’s Services
Girlz Only Project supporting young women aged 10-18.
Nursery Provision
On-site nursery where women can leave their children in a safe and nurturing environment.
Volunteering
Volunteer at Preston Road Women’s Centre and help make a difference.
Our Story
How We Got Started
The organisation’s humble beginnings started in December of 1999, when a group of women got together to help the women of the Preston Road Estate. Driven by a strong belief in evidence based projects and a golden thread of feminism running through all activities, the ensuing organisation became known as Winner – Women Improving Now Not Ever Retreating – fulfilling an important role in the overall regeneration of the Preston Road area in Hull.
Where We Are Now
Winner’s current Preston Road buildings were gifted by Hull City Council in 2002, and the purple, white and green colours were chosen to honour the Women’s Suffragette movement.
Get Involved
Winner is changing the narrative of how women should be helped and supported through the implementation of self-sustainable practices, minimising the reliance on donations and grants, and firmly placing the power to control their own future in women’s own hands.
Latest News & Updates
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A New Way of Learning!
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