About us
The first Romanian-led centre in the UK focused on domestic abuse and VAWG
Centrul Lotus Justice & Support CIC a fost înființat pentru a umple un gol critic: supraviețuitorii vorbitori de română din Marea Britanie nu aveau unde să se întoarcă în propria lor limbă. Existăm pentru a schimba asta.
Our mission
Oferim sprijin gratuit și confidențial supraviețuitorilor vorbitori de limbă română ai abuzului domestic și violenței împotriva femeilor și fetelor (VAWG) din Regatul Unit. Îndrumăm oamenii prin sistemul britanic: locuințe, poliție, NHS, servicii pentru copii în propria lor limbă, fără judecată și fără taxă.
Free & confidential
Every service we offer is completely free. We never charge for information, referrals or advocacy, and we never accept commissions.
In your language
We operate in Romanian and English. No language barrier should stand between a survivor and safety.
Qualified IDVAs
Every case is handled by a qualified Independent Domestic Violence Adviser. You are never passed to an untrained volunteer.
Community-rooted
We run daily awareness programmes across the UK, visiting communities in person and online to reach those who need us most.
"Nimeni nu ar trebui să se confrunte singur cu nedreptatea. Fiecare persoană care a contribuit la acest proiect a făcut-o pentru că și ei cred acest lucru."
Otilia Mutu
Initiator & CEO
Otilia Mutu founded Lotus Justice & Support Centre after years of witnessing Romanian-speaking women navigate the UK legal and welfare system without adequate support. She built a network of verified lawyers, psychologists, social workers and translators who donate their expertise to the community.
National recognition
Women's Aid Ally Member
Listed in the Women's Aid Directory with access to Routes to Support — the national database of refuge spaces updated daily.
AdviceUK Member
Part of the UK's largest network of independent advice centres.
Respect Member
Committed to the Respect standards for domestic abuse intervention.
CPD Certified
Our training programme is certified by The CPD Certification Service, member number 22832.
NCVO Member
Member of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations, supporting the voluntary sector.
Need support today?
Call our free helpline in Romanian and English. We listen, we guide, and we stay with you for as long as you need.