Nineteen women gathered at Queen’s College in Taunton recently for a day designed to help them feel fierce, confident and supported, all while dancing in heels to Beyoncé.
The event, organised by Rebecca Foreman, Director of Catalyst Impact CIC and Founder of Going Unbroken, brought together survivors of domestic abuse and their allies for a heels dance experience led by choreographer Harley Burrell of Heels with Harley.
The day began with each participant drawing an empowerment card to give them an alter ego – a persona to step into as they learned to strut with confidence. What followed was a session of movement, music and mutual support, as the group danced together in a space free from judgement.
Harley Burrell, who founded Heels with Harley, is known for creating dance experiences that prioritise personal growth over perfection. She thrives on helping women feel confident in a supportive environment, making her an ideal collaborator for an event centred on rebuilding self-worth.
Participants left with goodie bags containing information from local therapists and mindset coaches, along with a few Love Hearts – a small, sweet reminder of the community they had found.
For Rebecca, the day was about more than dance. It was about showing survivors that support exists, that community matters, and that reclaiming joy is part of the healing journey.
Rebecca is known for creating spaces where survivors can connect, rebuild and find their strength. She also trains workplaces on recognising domestic abuse and why that makes good business sense.
Catalyst Impact CIC walks alongside survivors of domestic abuse as they step back into the world of work, helping them have honest conversations with employers, access their rights, and explore career paths or even entrepreneurship as a route to independence.
As a Chamber, we are pleased to share this positive community story and help shine a spotlight on local organisations who are supporting survivors, building confidence and creating safe spaces for people to thrive.
