FINALIST 2026
Catalyst Support presents a short film based on a personal experience of a cuckooing victim.
Cuckooing is the practice of taking over vulnerable people’s homes and using them for criminal activities. Victims of cuckooing often feel helpless as they lose control of their own property, and their home is no longer their safe space.
Catalyst Support's specialist outreach team works across Surrey, Hart & Rushmoor, providing holistic, targeted support for vulnerable adults where there are concerns of cuckooing. We conduct preventative work within the community, collaborating with partner agencies to identify and protect potential victims, raise awareness, develop strategies to combat this form of exploitation and share best practices with the rest of the UK.
Understanding cuckooing and recognizing the signs is crucial to safeguarding vulnerable members of society and maintaining the safety and well-being of our communities.
Catalyst Support, established in 1989, is a leading Surrey charity dedicated to championing wellness across communities, transforming lives by addressing mental, physical, and emotional health needs.
Guided by the belief that wellness is a right for all, Catalyst Support embodies its motto, Supporting Wellness Together, by empowering individuals and communities with innovative, accessible services. With embedded values of kindness, integrity, and commitment, the charity strives to create sustainable, transformative social impact.
We align with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:
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