What does your job at EIDA involve?
As Membership Coordinator at EIDA, I have the privilege of working with employers at every stage of their domestic abuse journey. Whether an organisation is just beginning to develop a workplace response or is looking to influence change across its sector, I work alongside them to help turn ideas into meaningful action.
A large part of my role is building strong relationships with our members, particularly our Strategic Partners, understanding their ambitions, sharing best practice, and helping them overcome challenges. I also deliver awareness sessions and events, develop practical resources, facilitate collaboration between organisations, and support employers to create safer, more supportive workplaces for anyone affected by domestic abuse.
One of the things I enjoy most is connecting people. Seeing organisations learn from one another and collectively raise the standard of workplace responses is incredibly rewarding.
What inspired you to take up your current role?
Having experienced domestic abuse myself, I know first-hand how deeply it can affect every part of a person’s life, including their work.
After leaving my abusive relationship, I became passionate about using my experience to create positive change. I wanted to work somewhere that not only recognised domestic abuse as a workplace issue but actively supported employers to become part of the solution.
Working at EIDA allows me to combine my professional experience with my lived experience. It feels incredibly meaningful to help employers create workplaces where someone might feel safe enough to ask for help, perhaps for the very first time.
Why do you think it is important that employers tackle domestic abuse?
For many people experiencing domestic abuse, work can become one of the few places where they feel safe, valued and connected to the outside world. A supportive employer can make a life-changing difference.
Employers are in a unique position to recognise the signs, respond with compassion, and help people access specialist support. They also have an important role in creating workplace cultures where domestic abuse is understood, conversations are encouraged, and harmful behaviours are addressed appropriately.
When employers take action, they’re not just supporting individual employees; they’re helping to create safer organisations, stronger communities and lasting societal change.
What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
Outside of work, you’ll usually find me spending time with friends, whether that’s over a few drinks, listening to live music or going to a stand-up comedy show. I’m also a big fan of an evening of binge-watching a new series.
Whenever I get the chance, I head to the beach, especially in Croatia, where my family is from. It’s my favourite place to switch off and recharge. I also have a slight obsession with Mexican food (I’d happily eat tacos every day!) and one of my biggest travel goals is to visit Mexico one day.
What is your favourite quote?
“There’s a flower that grows in the darkness… It blooms in spite of the darkness.”
— Queen of the South
This quote has always stayed with me because it reminds me of the incredible resilience people can show, even in the most difficult circumstances.
I also love Mahatma Gandhi’s words:
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.”
They capture something I see every day at EIDA. Small, purposeful actions, whether by an individual, an employer or a whole organisation, can create a ripple effect that changes lives.
