Swindon & Wiltshire News
Birketts’ lawyers back Bristol women’s mental health charity
Law firm Birketts has announced that it is supporting Womankind Bristol, a charity run by women for women, which is dedicated to providing life-changing and essential mental health, sexual, and domestic abuse services in Bristol and surrounding areas.
Birketts’ Bristol office, which opened in the EQ building at the end of 2024, has selected Womankind Bristol as its chosen Charity of the Year and will raise funds for the cause throughout the year.
Later this year, the firm is planning a 140-plus mile bike ride between its London and Bristol offices as part of its fundraising efforts for Womankind and will be organising a calendar of activities to raise further funds for the charity.
Deborah Carrivick (pictured), Birketts’ private client partner, who is based in the firm’s Bristol Office, said: “There are women in Bristol and the surrounding areas who need essential support.
“Thankfully, Womankind is there to help them, but they can’t provide this much-needed help without funds to do so. Many women rely on the help that the charity provides. Birketts wants to play its part in ensuring that these vital services can continue.”
Womankind CEO Kyra Bond said: “Womankind is delighted to be nominated by Birketts’ Bristol office as their Charity of the Year.
“This partnership fills us with hope and enthusiasm, as we believe that together we can extend our reach and provide vital support to even more vulnerable and disadvantaged women who are in desperate need of help.”
The charity points out that there are currently high levels of violence against women and girls and the ongoing cost of living crisis significantly impacting women’s mental health.
As a consequence, Womankind is witnessing a significant increase in women reaching out for support.
Demand for its services is at a record high. Last year, Womankind’s helpline handled 5,816 calls and emails from women in distress.
The charity provides trauma informed services, professional and specialist counselling, group therapy, befriending, helpline and web chat services.
Additionally, Womankind provided training to over 800 mental health practitioners across the area.
