Escape To Better Foundation

Escape To Better Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing domestic violence and intimate partner abuse. It focuses on providing pre-crisis intervention, empowering victim-survivors to make informed and courageous decisions to leave abusive relationships safely and sustainably. The foundation’s approach is grounded in lived experience, recognising the complex emotional, psychological, financial, physical, and sexual abuse that many endure silently.

Mission and Vision

The foundation’s mission is to offer accessible resources and guidance that help people experiencing domestic violence feel confident in planning their escape before reaching crisis point. It aims to educate not only victim-survivors but also their family, friends, workplaces, and the broader community about the complexities of abuse and the challenges faced during and after leaving an abusive relationship. The vision is a society where victim-survivors can transition from fear and control to thriving lives characterised by safety, freedom, and empowerment.

Main Objectives

• Provide practical tools and online resources for planning and implementing a sustainable escape from abuse.
• Educate family, friends, and workplaces to better support victim-survivors.
• Raise community awareness about the impacts of domestic violence and intimate partner abuse.
• Advocate for improved domestic violence laws and policies that are protective and less traumatic for victim-survivors.
• Collaborate with community groups, legal advocates, business leaders, and government to enhance support systems.

Benefiting Groups

The foundation serves a broad range of victim-survivors of domestic violence, regardless of gender, recognising that abuse can affect anyone. It is sensitive to the cultural and religious challenges some individuals face and operates without geographical boundaries. Additionally, it supports family members, friends, workplaces, and community organisations seeking to understand and assist those affected by abuse.

Services and Activities

• Online tools and downloadable guides to help plan an escape from abusive relationships.
• Educational programs and video series sharing lived experiences to empower and inform.
• Professional online courses focused on personal priorities and sustainable life changes.
• Access to the “I’m Safe” personal safety app designed to enhance security and evidence collection for victim-survivors.
• Trauma recovery support through techniques like Havening, offered by certified practitioners.
• Community engagement through speaking events, seminars, and collaboration with other support services.

These services are offered at no or low cost, supported by volunteers, supporters, and donations, ensuring accessibility for those in need.