Medaille Trust

Z’s story is one of survival, strength, and hope.

Forced into marriage as a teenager. Trafficked across countries. Separated from her children for 10 years.

Through Medaille Trust, Z found safety and healing. Today, she has refugee status and will soon reunite with her children. 💛

✨D’s Story: From Survivor to Nurse ✨
At 17, D was trafficked to the UK and endured violence and exploitation.
With @MedailleTrust, she found safety, hope & strength to follow her dream.
👩‍⚕️ Today she’s a qualified nurse & mother of two.
💙 Support more survivors like D: www.medaille-trust.org.uk/donate

🕊️ Modern slavery is not history — it’s happening today, in towns and cities across the UK.

This #AntiSlaveryWeek, join us as we raise awareness and take action together.

📍 Modern Slavery Awareness – Swindon
🔗 Eventbrite/medaille-trust

Stand with survivors. 💙

We were heartened to see The Tablet cover Bishop Paul McAleenan’s meeting with survivors supported by Medaille Trust, and his recognition of the compassion and strength he encountered.
thetablet.co.uk

Our WMids group recently gathered for a creative session filled with colour, positivity, and reflection. Participants expressed themselves through powerful affirmations and artwork — each one carrying a message of hope and strength.

🎵 Royal Albert Hall Concert – Sept 25
An evening of unforgettable music, unforgettable energy. From the first note to the last applause, every moment celebrated the joy of live performance.

💬 We want to hear from you: What’s the most memorable live concert you’ve attended?

We had the honour of visiting the D-Day Story Museum in Portsmouth with the Hampshire Moving On Project women’s group.

Exploring the theme of togetherness, the visit inspired reflections that will now be developed into an original song with the help of a songwriter, ending in a recording session.

💜 We’re hiring!

Medaille Trust is looking for a Deputy Service Manager in Swindon. Join our safe house team and help support survivors of modern slavery as they rebuild their lives.

📅 Apply by 10 Oct | Interviews: 15 Oct
👉 medaille-trust.org.uk/vacancies

#Hiring #SwindonJobs #MakeADifference

Step by step, bridge by bridge — let’s walk for change! 🌉✨

Join the London Bridges Walk 2025 with Medaille Trust.

Starting at Kew Bridge, we’ll cross 20+ bridges and finish at Tower Bridge.

💛 Every step helps survivors of modern slavery

#LondonBridgesWalk #TogetherForMedaille #StepByStep

Medaille Trust welcomed Bishop Paul McAleenan, lead bishop for migrants and refugees, to meet with survivors of modern slavery and trafficking.
Survivors shared their struggles—finding safety, housing, work, and healthcare—while Bishop Paul praised the compassion and dignity shown by Medaille Trust.

At Nationwide, we’re gathering donations of essentials — toiletries, hygiene products, clothing, and food — to support our communities.

It’s simple: fill the box, spread kindness, change lives. 💙

🎨 Arts & Crafts – Portraits 🎨

A celebration of creativity and self-expression.
Our portrait-making session reminded us that art isn’t just about painting faces — it’s about painting stories, confidence, and community. ✨

10 years on from the Modern Slavery Act, it’s time to reflect and act.
📅 13 October, 11 AM – 3 PM
📍 London Jesuit Centre
Hear from Medaille Trust, Saint John of God Hospitaller Services & Caritas Social Action Network.

Lunch and refreshments included.

#EndModernSlavery #SocialImpact #MedailleTrust

This week, 12 Medaille Trust staff completed Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) training with Zakon Training, part of the Victims’ Voices initiative.

💬 “The trainers were knowledgeable and passionate, which made a huge difference.”

🔗 www.medaille-trust.org.uk

💡 Staff First Aid Training 💡

Our team invested time in learning vital first aid skills — ensuring we’re not just working together, but also caring for one another when it matters most.

Because safety, confidence, and compassion go hand in hand.

🍕 Team Building Through Pizza 🍕

Nothing brings people together quite like food! Our staff enjoyed a hands-on pizza-making session, filled with teamwork, laughter, and creativity.

Because strong teams aren’t just built at work — they’re built in moments like these. 💛

🌉 London Bridges Walk 2025 🌉

From Kew Bridge to Tower Bridge, this year’s walk will cover 20+ bridges and 15–20 miles — with shorter options so everyone can join.

👶 Youngest walker last year: 3
👴 Oldest: 74

But it’s more than a walk. 💛

Cultural cooking brings people together in the best way — through food, stories, and shared traditions. 🥘✨ Connection never tasted so good. ❤️ #CulturalCooking #Together

Mini golf, big smiles! ⛳️💚 Our service users had a wonderful day learning the game, competing, and enjoying each other’s company. A perfect way to build friendships and make happy memories together. 🌟
#JoyfulMoments #TogetherWeGrow #CommunityLove

A circus trip full of lights, laughter, and breathtaking stunts. 🎪✨ Sometimes, the best memories come from simply sharing the wonder together. 🌟 #CircusMagic #Together

Beach trips have a way of slowing time down. 🌊☀️ Sitting together, sharing stories, and watching the waves roll in — these are the memories that stay with us. 🏖️ #BeachVibes #Together

Nothing brings people together like a BBQ outside. 🍔🥗 Food, laughter, and time well spent — the simple things always leave the best memories. ☀️

#BBQ #Together

Our Women’s Group enjoyed a Make-up & Skin Care Skills Workshop
It was a day filled with learning, laughter, and self-care — where beauty routines became a way to build confidence, connect with others, and celebrate individuality.

Our volunteers help our community grow! From tending gardens and allotments to harvesting fresh produce, every bit of effort spreads kindness, builds connections and makes a real difference. Thank you to everyone for giving their time and energy!
#VolunteerSpirit #GardeningForGood #AllotmentHarvest

On 26.08.25, our team joined the CGL Training Session — a day of both learning and connection.

Conversations that challenged our thinking, moments of collaboration that reminded us of the power of teamwork, and a shared sense of purpose that carried us through.

Our group, together with service users, spent the day enjoying time together. 🌿

From exploring nature and enjoying the calm atmosphere to sharing lunch on the grass, the day was filled with simple moments of connection and friendship. 💛
#CommunitySupport #TogetherWeGrow

🎬🍿 A relaxed afternoon at Movie Club with our Men’s Group!
A great film, with good laughs, and a worthwhile time spent together. Moments like this help build friendships and community. 💛

#MensGroup #MovieClub #CommunitySupport #Wellbeing

Our women’s group explored marble painting this week, and it was such a joyful experience 🎨✨ From experimenting with colors and patterns to creating unique designs, it was a calming and creative space to relax and connect 💕

#MarblePainting #WomensGroup #ArtForWellbeing #CommunitySupport

Bright, colorful food donations from City Harvester always bring smiles to our residents.
They enjoy the variety, and also learn fun and creative ways to use fresh foods in their meals.
Huge thanks to City Harvester for their generosity and support!
#FoodDonations #CityHarvester #CommunitySupport

Our painting & decoupage workshop at MOP Wiltshire gave service users space to explore creativity, try new ideas, and enjoy the calm of making something by hand.
#MedailleTrust #ArtWorkshop #CommunityWellbeing