Welcome to Jayden's Gift, the official website dedicated to the memory of Jayden Parkinson
Jayden's Gift
In Loving Memory • 1996 – 2013

Jayden Reeanna
Parkinson

Her light was extinguished too soon.Her story ignites change.

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Documentaries Created

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Years of Advocacy

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Lives Reached

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Mission: Save Lives

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24 Sept 2026•Recent Announcement

New Documentary

A new documentary will be filmed in early to mid October, we are currently unaware of the date, time and channel/streaming platform it will be aired on, however we will keep you updated on the progress of it on this page.

Anniversary Remembrance

Jayden Parkinson Was Born • 26th September 1996

Jayden Reeanna Parkinson was born on this day in 1996. A vibrant, loving daughter and sister whose light and warmth touched everyone around her.

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Timeline of Impact

Key Milestones & Historical Pinpoints

From devastating heartbreak to national legal reform and life-saving awareness.

26th September 1996Pinpoint 01

Jayden Parkinson Was Born

Jayden Reeanna Parkinson was born on this day in 1996. A vibrant, loving daughter and sister whose light and warmth touched everyone around her.

3rd December 2013Pinpoint 02

Jayden Tragically Taken

At just 17 years old, Jayden was murdered by an abusive ex-partner in Didcot, Oxfordshire. Her heartbreaking loss inspired a national fight for justice and domestic violence reform.

25th July 2014Pinpoint 03

Conviction of Ben Blakeley

Ben Blakeley was convicted of Jayden's murder at Oxford Crown Court and sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 20 years, bringing legal justice to Jayden's family.

The Tragedy

Her life stolen.
Her mother's mission.

On December 3rd, 2013, seventeen-year-old Jayden Parkinson was murdered by her ex-boyfriend, Ben Blakeley. She was pregnant with his child.

Since that devastating day, Jayden's mother Samantha Shrewsbury has transformed unimaginable grief into a powerful force for change—creating documentaries, advocating for law reform, and helping countless others recognise the warning signs of domestic abuse.

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Years of her light

"Forever in our hearts"

Our Mission

Fighting for change

Through awareness, advocacy, and action, we work to protect others from the devastation of domestic abuse and murder.

Raising Awareness

Through ten powerful documentaries, we share Jayden's story to help people recognise the warning signs of danger in their everyday lives.

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Changing Laws

Working with legislators and advocates to strengthen protections for domestic abuse victims and ensure justice for families.

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Supporting Survivors

Building a community of support, resources, and awareness to help those affected by domestic violence find help and hope.

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We are committed to ensuring that the lives of murder victims are never forgotten and that their stories serve as a beacon of awareness.
Samantha Shrewsbury
Protect Yourself & Others

Do you know the warning signs?

Understanding the warning signs of domestic violence can save lives. Learn to recognise the patterns and help protect yourself and those you love.

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