Domestic abuse charity Refuge, supported by its celebrity ambassadors, were one of hundreds of organisations that took part in this week’s A Million Acts of Hope campaign.
The nationwide initiative aimed to celebrate everyday acts of compassion and to counter increasingly divisive narratives.
Taking place between 13-20 May, it overlapped with dozens of arrests at the Unite the Kingdom and pro-Palestine marches on Saturday 16 May in London.
According to the campaign’s website: “A Million Acts of Hope is a national invitation to celebrate the everyday acts of kindness, care and connection happening across the UK.
“At a time when division can feel loud, we want to bring together all these everyday acts of hope and shine a light on the people and communities making them happen.”
Refuge’s own take on the campaign saw celebrity ambassadors head to Windrush Square, Brixton and encourage passers-by to spin a wheel of kindness.
Love Islander Sharon Gaffka, Traitors star Ash Bibi and social media influencer Millie Shields spoke openly about their experiences of abuse and the powerful impact of Refuge’s work.
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