Michelle John: Businesswoman of the Year 2024

PEGS Founder, Michelle John, Wins Prestigious Women’s Business Award

We are thrilled to announce that our founding director, Michelle John, has been recognised at the Women’s Business Awards 2024! This global celebration of extraordinary women in business brought together 300 finalists from 92 countries, competing across 21 categories. Streamed live from Cheltenham, UK, the event showcased incredible talent, innovation, and leadership, and we’re proud to see Michelle’s hard work and dedication acknowledged on this prestigious stage.

Michelle’s tireless efforts through PEGS have made a profound impact on the lives of parental figures experiencing abusive behaviours from their children. Her innovative approach and unwavering commitment to this often-overlooked issue earned her the judges’ admiration and one of the evening’s coveted awards.

Reflecting on this achievement, Michelle shared: “It’s an honour to receive this recognition. This award is not just a reflection of my work, but also the incredible support from our team, our partners, and the community who we support, who inspire me every day.” The event’s founder, Angela De Souza, also praised this year’s winners, saying: “There is nothing quite like celebrating the accomplishments of our businesswomen. This year, we received some truly outstanding entries, making the judges' decisions incredibly challenging. While only one woman could win in each category, every entrant is a winner. Each woman stands tall, remains determined to succeed, and carries hope for the future—a true winning attitude. I am immensely proud of all the remarkable individuals in business who continue to strive for excellence and inspire those around them.”

This award is not just a moment of pride for Michelle but also for everyone involved in the work of PEGS. It highlights the importance of addressing the challenges faced by families experiencing child-to-parent abuse and reinforces our mission to bring lasting change to this area.

To all our supporters, partners, and the families we work with—thank you for inspiring us every day and helping us make a difference. This recognition is as much yours as it is ours.

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Allen Lane Foundation Supports New Workshop Lead Role to Expand Support for Parents

By PEGS Admin • March 18, 2026

We are thrilled to announce that the Allen Lane Foundation has generously funded a new Workshop Lead role to coordinate and deliver online workshops for parents and carers affected by Child-to-Parent Abuse (CPA) over the next 12 months. Parents and carers affected by CPA are often isolated, unsupported, and unsure where to turn. Our 2024 survey shows that 96% of parents feel isolated, 94% stressed, 92% scared, and 100% report an impact on emotional wellbeing. Over 70% have had to reduce or leave work. With demand for support rising to over 450 referrals per month and a 116% increase in November 2025 there is an urgent need for structured, accessible help. Expanding Online Workshops and 1:1 Support The new Workshop Lead will deliver a weekly online workshop for up to 15 participants, covering practical and emotional wellbeing topics such as stress management, goal-setting, and specialist techniques like Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Alongside the weekly sessions, the project will also run: Bi-monthly two-part specialist workshops Monthly wellbeing workshops By taking the lead on workshop delivery, the Workshop Lead will free up our practitioner team to provide more personalised one-to-one support to high-risk parents, reaching an additional estimated 50 parents in need. Over 12 months, we anticipate that over 200 parents will benefit directly from group workshops, gaining tools to manage risk, improve emotional wellbeing, reduce stress, and build confidence. The workshops will also create a safe space for peer connection, helping to reduce isolation and foster resilience. Measuring Impact We will track success through attendance figures, participant feedback, and pre- and post-workshop surveys to capture changes in confidence, coping strategies, and wellbeing. Practitioners will also monitor the effect of increased one-to-one support to ensure parents feel safer, supported, and better able to manage their situation. Michelle John, our founding director, says: "Allen Lane Foundation’s continued support enables us to reach more parents and provide the practical guidance and personal support they urgently need. This Workshop Lead role will make a real difference, helping parents feel safer, more confident, and connected, while allowing our practitioners to provide targeted one-to-one support where it’s needed most." We are incredibly grateful to the Allen Lane Foundation for their ongoing belief in our work. This funding allows us to expand our online support, reach more parents, and provide both group and personalised assistance for those affected by CPA.