Refer a woman you work with.

If you support a woman who is ready for a next step, we would like to hear from you. Referrals are free and take about three minutes.

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Who can refer

Support workers, work coaches, housing officers, health and family practitioners, teachers, faith and community leaders, other charities, friends and family.

Who we can help

Women aged 18 or over in Leeds and West Yorkshire who face barriers to work or independence, such as low income, time out of work, caring responsibilities, digital exclusion or being new to the UK.

Who we are not right for

We are not a crisis, housing, immigration or mental-health service. If she is in immediate need, please use the services on our Need help now page. We are glad to hear from her when life is steadier.

What happens after you refer

  1. We confirm we have received your referral within [5] working days.

  2. We contact her directly, in the way she prefers.

  3. With her permission, we let you know whether she has taken up a place.

Please only refer a woman who knows you are doing so and agrees. Tell us if there is a safe or unsafe way to contact her. Read our safeguarding policy.

Make a referral

About you
Leave this empty if you are a friend or family member.
For example, support worker or work coach.
We will confirm your referral here.
About her
How would she like us to contact her?
Give the one that matches her choice above.
For example, only call after 3pm, or do not send anything to her home address.
A few sentences is enough. Please do not include health details unless she has asked you to.

Read our privacy notice