Women's Aid Federation Of England
Also known as: Wafe, Women's Aid
Women's Aid is the national charity for women and children working to end domestic abuse. We are a federation of nearly 180 organisations providing just under 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across the country. Women's Aid also runs online support services, as well as providing expert training, qualifications and consultancy to a range of agencies and professionals.
Activities & Mission
Women's Aid is the national charity for women and children working to end domestic abuse. We are a federation of nearly 180 organisations providing just under 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across the country. Women's Aid also runs online support services, as well as providing expert training, qualifications and consultancy to a range of agencies and professionals.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 84% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,493,384 | £6,916,749 | £5,784,421 | £2,641,835 | £2,152,992 | 97 / 0 |
| 2024 | £7,174,969 | £8,395,842 | £7,203,278 | £4,065,200 | £3,488,647 | 98 / 0 |
| 2023 | £5,397,522 | £6,786,963 | £5,776,635 | £5,286,073 | £2,094,926 | 109 / 0 |
| 2022 | £6,240,065 | £5,600,394 | £4,769,957 | £6,675,514 | £3,025,908 | 77 / 0 |
| 2021 | £10,091,885 | £6,174,303 | £5,511,251 | £6,035,843 | £4,063,847 | 73 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Women's Aid Federation Of England
What does Women's Aid Federation Of England do?
Women's Aid is the national charity for women and children working to end domestic abuse. We are a federation of nearly 180 organisations providing just under 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across the country. Women's Aid also runs online support services, as well as providing expert training, qualifications and consultancy to a range of agencies and professionals.
How much income did Women's Aid Federation Of England report in 2025?
Women's Aid Federation Of England reported total income of £5.49m and reported expenditure of £6.92m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Women's Aid Federation Of England?
Women's Aid Federation Of England has a program ratio of 105.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 84% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Women's Aid Federation Of England registered as a charity?
Women's Aid Federation Of England was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 April 1996 as charity number 1054154. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Women's Aid Federation Of England?
Women's Aid Federation Of England is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Makgoadi Turpin. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Women's Aid Federation Of England operate?
Women's Aid Federation Of England operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Women's Aid Federation Of England a registered charity?
Yes — Women's Aid Federation Of England is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1054154.
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Also Known As
- Wafe
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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