Even when people who have been trafficked break away from abusive situations, they are not out of danger. The Government has a system called the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) which provides short-term help for people who escape or are rescued from modern slavery while their case is being looked at. But there is a significant lack of the intensive, long-term support people need to stay safe and recover fully. For survivors, this lack of support can be devastating. Many have been abused since childhood and have deep-rooted mental health conditions. Some have been controlled for so long that they don’t have the confidence to make even simple decisions. The majority have not had the opportunities to learn skills to get a safe job, don’t speak English and lack the resources to find somewhere safe to live. 

Ella’s provides support for the most traumatised survivors of trafficking and exploitation, when they need it most. And they always have a waiting list.