Medaille Trust has celebrated 20 years of providing restoration and support for survivors of trafficking and modern slavery with a celebratory Mass and reception at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King.

The charity, founded by Sr Ann Teresa SSJA with the support of Catholic Religious, began by providing hospitality and a safe house for vulnerable women working in street prostitution in Southampton in 2006. It has now grown into a national charity supporting more than 700 people a year.

The celebrations in Liverpool included a Mass celebrated by Archbishop John Sherrington and a display of artworks produced by survivors.

Archbishop Sherrington thanked the staff and volunteers for their commitment to fighting for justice.

Medaille Trust CEO Dani Wardman said: “Over the last 20 years, Medaille has helped thousands of survivors find safety, rebuild their lives and move towards lasting freedom. As we begin our next chapter, our ambition is to ensure every survivor has the opportunity to build a future of safety and dignity”