Lambeth Council is working with The Buddy Bag Foundation to provide the packages.
Each one contains pyjamas, underwear, and toiletries, plus comfort items such as a book and a teddy bear.
The programme aims to provide a meaningful source of comfort to little ones who suddenly have to leave their family home.
Cllr Pete Elliot, Cabinet Member for Housing said:
“When families are forced to flee domestic abuse, children often arrive in temporary accommodation with very few belongings of their own. Buddy Bags provide comfort, reassurance and a sense of normality at a very difficult time.
“These small acts of kindness can make a real difference to children experiencing trauma and uncertainty, and we are proud to work with The Buddy Bag Foundation to support some of our most vulnerable residents.”
Nicki Clarke, Head of Housing at Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) said:
“Achieving and retaining DAHA Gold Accreditation is a significant accomplishment and reflects Lambeth Council’s strong commitment to supporting residents affected by domestic abuse. Gold accreditation is awarded only to organisations that can demonstrate a truly embedded, whole-system approach, where policies, services and culture work together to prioritise safety, dignity and recovery for survivors.
“Throughout the accreditation process, Lambeth showed a clear commitment to continuous improvement, partnership working and survivor-centred practice. We were particularly impressed by the council’s focus on ensuring that domestic abuse is understood and responded to across housing services, rather than being seen as the responsibility of a single team.
“Lambeth’s work demonstrates what can be achieved when an organisation commits to lasting cultural change. We are pleased to be using elements of Lambeth’s approach, including its Sustainability Plan, as an example of good practice for housing providers across the country.”
