Provides a refuge for black women fleeing domestic violence, giving priority to Asian women and children.  Offers advice, support and counselling to residents and aftercare provision for those leaving the refuge.  Provides an outreach service which supports ex-refuge residents who have been re-housed and also provides telephone support to those experiencing domestic violence who have been referred to Ashiana by the police or Social Services.  Facilities include a creche and office equipment for use by the residents only.