"It was a life-changing experience for me at a time when I was ready to give up."
Bramber graduate
We want women to lead safe, purposeful, independent lives
10 years ago we set out to solve a big problem. 1 in 3 women globally have experienced gender-based violence in their lifetime, and women and girls represent 65% of all trafficked victims around the world. As a result, their future remains limited. Life can feel hopeless.
Bramber Bakehouse works alongside victims of domestic abuse, survivors of human trafficking, asylum seekers and refugees to break the cycles of poverty, violence and disadvantage.
Our trauma-informed programme is a direct response to the situation women face as a result of their past experiences. Learning together in the kitchen fosters community, increases self-esteem, improves mental health and develops trust.
Combine this with our tailored wellbeing sessions, transferable life skills lessons and future-proof support, it’s a recipe for success.
Our Values
The Journey
Lucy Butt
Lucy is Co-Founder and CEO of Bramber Bakehouse, leading the team with purpose and compassion. With 10 years’ experience in the Violence Against Women and Girls sector and a background in Operational Development & Delivery, she is dedicated to creating opportunities for women who’ve experienced adversity.
Luisa Pringle
With 14 years’ experience in baking and building a bakery from the ground up, Luisa brings both expertise and passion. She shapes our social enterprise, supporting the charity’s mission – generating income, offering a welcoming community space and opening up future employment opportunities for the women we serve.
Karlie Allaway
Karlie brings a breadth of experience supporting women to recover and grow, to managing our existing projects, supporting our amazing team, and contributing to future development. Karlie believes we all hold a piece of the wisdom so is passionate about spaces where women feel safe to be heard.
Felicity Butler
Felicity has over 20 years’ experience in the violence against women and girls sector, advocating internationally for women’s rights. With a background in participatory development skills, she has worked alongside women facing violence, exploitation, displacement and marginalisation. Felicity leads our baking, wellbeing and life skills programmes, creating safe, empowering spaces supporting meaningful change.
Dionne Widgerey
Dionne has vast experience of working in the voluntary sector, supporting and empowering individuals who have experienced multiple disadvantages. She has developed successful peer mentoring services, and understands the power connection, community and access to opportunities have in supporting lasting recovery.
Caroline Soper
Caroline is our Finance Officer and brings a wealth of experience to the team, having supported local businesses with their financial needs for many years. She plays a key role in managing the charity’s finances and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
Frances Duncan
Frances is our Chair of Trustees. She is also the CEO of the Clock Tower Sanctuary, supporting 18-25 year olds experiencing homelessness in Brighton & Hove and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from the charitable sector.
Gabi Field
Gabi is the Deputy Director of Public Fundraising at Great Ormond Street Hospital and an ICF accredited Coach. A dynamic, entrepreneurial strategic leader with a successful track record in developing and implementing fundraising strategies within the charity sector, Gabi has experience leading organisational change, building teams and diversifying income streams. Alongside this, she’s a passionate advocate for women’s rights and mental wellbeing.
Priya Radia
Priya is a Diversity & Inclusion Consultant with experience in utilising strategy, data, and processes to build inclusive workplaces. She is passionate about driving intersectional gender equity for women from all different backgrounds.
Catherine Cullen
Catherine is a dedicated human rights advocate and expert in anti-trafficking and modern slavery. With extensive experience working at the UN Migration Agency, she has designed and led programmes that empower survivors to rebuild their lives through community and skills development.
Morgan Griffiths
Morgan has worked in multiple business development roles across education, food and consulting in the private, public and third sectors. As part of his work at the Behavioural Insights Team, he’s developed an understanding of the power of interventions in combating GBV. As a father of two young girls, Morgan is truly inspired by Bramber Bakehouse’s mission to create a safe, caring, respectful community for women.
Kelly Davies
Kelly has spent her working life in local government, education, health and voluntary/community sectors, with a particular expertise in involvement strategies and a passion for embedding participation in programme delivery. Designing systems that promote and strengthen joint working and collaboration and integrating standards in service delivery is a real passion. As a trustee, she is committed to ensuring Bramber Bakehouse can continue its essential work, offering women the tools and encouragement they need to reclaim their lives and build a brighter future.
We knead you
With your help we can change the direction of a woman’s life forever. It costs just £630 for one woman to join our programme, receiving the life-changing confidence, knowledge and skills she needs for a future of independence.