Amazon volunteers support Nottinghamshire Women's Aid through community clean-up

Employees from Amazon's fulfilment centre in Sutton have teamed up with Nottinghamshire Women's Aid to help improve the charity's outdoor spaces.

Staff from Amazon volunteer at Nottinghamshire Women's Aid to clear up the back garden. Pic: RICHARD GRANGE / UNP (United National Photographers). | UNP owned

placeholder image — Staff from Amazon volunteer at Nottinghamshire Women's Aid to clear up the back garden. Pic: RICHARD GRANGE / UNP (United National Photographers). | UNP owned

Amazon volunteers carried out a range of tasks to help refresh the outdoor areas, creating a cleaner and more welcoming environment for the women and families supported by the charity.

Staff from Amazon volunteer at Nottinghamshire Women's Aid to clear up the back garden.
(l&r) Thomas Teklesenbet and Abiodun Hussey.

PHOTOGRAPH BY RICHARD GRANGE / UNP (United National Photographers). — Staff from Amazon volunteer at Nottinghamshire Women's Aid to clear up the back garden. (l&r) Thomas Teklesenbet and Abiodun Hussey. PHOTOGRAPH BY RICHARD GRANGE / UNP (United National Photographers). | UNP owned

Nottinghamshire Women's Aid is a local charity that provides refuge and support for women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse. The organisation works across North Nottinghamshire to help survivors rebuild their lives through safe accommodation, practical support and specialist advice.

Hannah Hawke, Site Leader at Amazon, said: “We're pleased to support Nottinghamshire Women's Aid through this volunteering day. Our team was proud to roll up their sleeves and help make a positive difference for such an important organisation.

“Supporting our communities is something we're passionate about and it's always rewarding to see colleagues come together to give back.”

Staff from Amazon volunteer at Nottinghamshire Women's Aid to clear up the back garden.

PHOTOGRAPH BY RICHARD GRANGE / UNP (United National Photographers). — Staff from Amazon volunteer at Nottinghamshire Women's Aid to clear up the back garden. PHOTOGRAPH BY RICHARD GRANGE / UNP (United National Photographers). | UNP owned

Sophie, from Nottinghamshire Women's Aid, added: “We'd like to thank the team from Amazon for volunteering their time to support us.

“Their hard work has helped improve our outdoor spaces, creating a more welcoming environment for the women and families who access our services. We're incredibly grateful for their support.”