, Rosie* was just six years old when her world was torn apart by extreme violence at home. For much of her young life, she watched her father violently assault her mother – once so badly her mum needed an ambulance to take her to hospital.

While her mother recovered, Rosie was separated from the only person who made her feel safe. When they were finally reunited, Rosie was a very different child.

She was anxious. She couldn’t sleep. She was terrified of being separated from her mum again. That fear stayed with her – at night, at school, and in everyday moments that should have felt safe.

When violence shatters a child’s world, the trauma doesn’t end when the danger stops. Fear, anxiety and distress can follow them into every part of their life – unless they get the right support.

Your donation today can help ensure Rosie – and other children like her – receive specialist, one-on-one care through Children Ahead so they can heal, recover and thrive.

*This is a true account, but the name and images have been changed to protect Rosie's safety and privacy.