Edward Cooke Family Law raise £2,165 to provide hope for the homeless in Brighton & Hove
18 December 2024
As part of our ongoing commitment to our local communities, this week Edward Cooke Family Law was delighted to donate profits from our inaugural Southern Family Law Conference to local Brighton & Hove charity, Off the Fence.
At the conference in September we welcomed over 100 family law experts to the Sussex County Cricket ground in Hove to explore and discuss key themes in the fast-changing landscape of family law, with the conference title being "hot topics and future trends in family law".
On the day we were pleased to host Reverend Julio Abraham, Chief Executive Officer of Off the Fence (pictured below, along with other speakers), a local Brighton & Hove Charity founded in 1997. Julio delivered a passionate talk about the work of the charity and the challenges facing the homeless community, as well as the link between family breakdown and homelessness.
Due to donations on the day, as well as profits from the conference, we were delighted this week to present the charity with £2,165 to support their fantastic work. Thank you to all our delegates who donated to the charity. We are so grateful to you for your support.
Julio Abraham commented on the donation:
"We are immensely grateful to Edward Cooke Family Law and all conference delegates for their generous donation of £2,165. This contribution will have a direct impact on our ability to deliver vital services to those experiencing homelessness in Brighton & Hove. The link between family breakdown and homelessness is often overlooked, which makes this support from family law professionals especially meaningful. These funds will strengthen our capacity to provide sustainable solutions and hope to those most in need within our community."
About Off the Fence, Brighton & Hove
The work of Off the Fence focuses on three core areas: homelessness, supporting women at risk, and engaging with schools and youth. They provide sustainable, long-term solutions through their two day centres, three outreach vans, and partnerships with six local schools. This vital work is made possible by a dedicated team of over 150 trained volunteers, staff, and interns.
Off The Fence's mission is to eradicate social and spiritual poverty in Brighton & Hove. By connecting with those who need them most, the charity strives to bring hope, practical support, and transformation across the city. As a firm we are delighted to be able to support their work.
Learn more about Off the Fence, Brighton & Hove on their website.
