Who We Are

About Dignity First

Dignity First exists to create safe spaces, restore dignity, and provide opportunities for vulnerable women, girls, and children across the UK, and The Gambia.

Our Mission

Through education, empowerment, wellbeing support, safeguarding initiatives, and community development, we help individuals build brighter futures and reach their full potential.

Our Vision: A future where every child and woman has access to safety, education, opportunity, and hope.

2025

Founded

9

Active Projects

Our Mission

Growing Impact

Across 4 regions

Our Values

These principles guide every decision we make.

Safety & Safeguarding

Creating safe spaces where vulnerable people are protected and supported.

Education & Skills

Equipping individuals with knowledge, skills, and digital literacy.

Empowerment

Building confidence, independence, and resilience in every individual.

Community

Strengthening communities through partnerships and shared purpose.

Meet Our Founder & Get Involved

Passionate individuals united by a common mission.

Anita Sosseh

Anita Sosseh

Founder & Lead Coordinator

FGM survivor with over 10 years of hands-on experience supporting survivors of abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking, and all forms of gender-based violence.

Volunteer With Us

Volunteer With Us

Local & Remote Roles

Join our mission and support local and international projects. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds.

Partner With Us

Partner With Us

Businesses, Schools & Community

Collaborate as a business, school, charity, healthcare provider, or community organisation. Strategic partnerships help us deliver greater impact.

Our Journey

2025

Dignity First founded by survivor and champion Anita Sosseh

2025

52 children supported through The Milad Project in The Gambia

2026

Dignity First CIC launched with nine projects across Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire and The Gambia

2026

Safe Haven Home land fund launched with a £10,000 Phase One target in The Gambia

Join Our Mission

There are many ways to support our mission, every contribution matters.