Independent Choices Greater Manchester

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Where do they work?: City-Wide, Greater Manchester
Telephone: 0800 25 40909
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Registered charity number: 1158313
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Description: Independent Choices Greater Manchester is a Greater Manchester-based professional organisation with over 40 years experience supporting, advising and working with victims of domestic abuse and violence in Greater Manchester.

As an organisation, our key charity’s objectives are: 
- To provide support for victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse for people aged 16 or over and their families, throughout the United Kingdom 
- To advance public and professional education and understanding of the issues of domestic abuse/ violence throughout the United Kingdom
Services delivered:
Services are available: Online/digitally, By telephone
Services are delivered on: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Monday opening time: 10am - 4pm
Tuesday opening time: 10am - 4pm
Wednesday opening time: 10am - 4pm
Thursday opening time: 10am - 4pm
Friday opening time: 10am - 4pm
Languages available: English, Urdu and Punjabi.
We can also access Language Line to enable callers who speak other languages to contact us.
Special activities running over winter:
Winter services are available: Online/digitally, By telephone
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Volunteering Opportunities

Opportunity title Summary
Domestic abuse helpline volunteer As a Helpline Volunteer with Independent Choices Greater Manchester, you will provide vital emotional support, practical guidance, and information to survivors of domestic abuse. Through active listening and a compassionate approach, you will help callers explore their options, including safety planning, refuge searches, and accessing legal or specialist support. You will receive comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure you can respond effectively to diverse needs. This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing abuse by offering a safe and non-judgmental space for them to seek help.