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Martina joins Salisbury Salvation Army to help boost support in the city

THE Salvation Army in Salisbury has a new team member to boost help and support in the community.

Martina Masih has joined the organisation as its community mission and liaison facilitator to help the group link up with others to support those in need.

She came to the UK from India to study at Cardiff University and said she has been impressed by the work of the Salvation Army in the city.

“It’s been good to get out and see all the support that is available in the area,” Martina said. “I have met some very kind people and Salisbury seems to be a place that wants to reach out to help where it can for the needs if others.”

She will be based at the Salt Lane home of Salisbury Salvation Army and is undergoing a period of familiarisation and training to help equip her for her new role in the community.

The group said it was facing an increase in incidents of modern day slavery in the city, helping support those who fall victim to the ‘hidden in plain sight’ crime.

Victims of gangs are often scared to identify themselves for fear of further persecution even though they work in terrible conditions for very little reward or freedom to seek other employment.

“Martina will be working with us to help people who find themselves in challenging circumstances from all walks of life,” said Captain Martin Davison, leader of Salisbury Salvation Army.

“We try to listen sympathetically to everyone’s story and, as appropriate, guide them to available support to suit their circumstances.”

Martina will also be visiting schools to explain the work of the Salvation Army and how young people can be good citizens, aware of other people’s needs.

The new role will also include organising friendship groups to draw like minded people together, leading Salvation Army church services, and working with the Trussell food bank and Pantry to give extra support to those struggling to manage their finances to buy food.

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