Violence against Women and Girls, Crime Prevention & Personal Safety Training

Course Background

Empowering Change, Ensuring Safety

The harrowing reality is that violence against women and girls is an insidious issue that affects both genders, but it disproportionately targets women. It strikes closest to home, with women facing elevated risks of physical assault, even murder, within their trusted circles. They are also at significantly higher risk of enduring sexual assault or exploitation throughout their lives, from early childhood to adolescence and beyond.

Startling Statistics

• Around the world, an alarming 35% of women have encountered physical and/or sexual violence at some point.
• Women are more likely to suffer violence from intimate partners.

“Violence against Women and Girls” encompasses gender-based violence that causes or has the potential to cause physical, sexual, or psychological harm or suffering. This includes not only actual acts of violence but also the ominous spectre of threats, coercion, or arbitrary deprivation of liberty, whether in public or private life.

Our Dedication to Change We’ve developed a half-day training course dedicated to raising awareness of the unique risks that women and girls face, both within the sanctity of their homes and when navigating the world alone. Our mission is to equip delegates with a comprehensive set of skills and safety strategies that empower them to effectively identify and engage with women and girls who might be at risk.

Training Delivery

Our training course is delivered with the utmost sensitivity and engagement, prioritising opportunities for questions and discussions. The learning process is profoundly interactive and features a range of exercises designed to both educate and motivate participants.

Learning Objectives

• Community Safety: Delve into the specific risks and concerns related to violence against women and girls. These encompass issues like child sexual exploitation, gang affiliations, domestic violence, modern slavery, sexual harassment, and more.
• Identifying High-Risk Locations: Understand the dynamics of high-risk areas, both during the day and night, including town/city centres, suburbs, parks/open spaces, bus/train/tube stations, taxis, schools, colleges, and universities.
• Recognising Vulnerable Women and Girls: Learn to recognise signs and potential behaviours indicative of women and girls who may be at risk.
• Effective Engagement with At-Risk Individuals: Overcome barriers and address concerns when engaging with individuals who may be at risk. This includes understanding the sensitive nature of their situations and how to offer support without causing further harm.
• Safety Initiatives: Explore safety initiatives like ‘ask Angela’ and ‘ask Ani,’ and understand their significance in ensuring the well-being of women and girls. Learn how to effectively use these initiatives to create safer environments.
• Crime Prevention and Safety Measures: Gain valuable insights into crime prevention advice and information aimed at enhancing personal safety. This includes practical steps and strategies to reduce risks.
• Support Services and Partnerships: Familiarise yourself with the available support services and partnership initiatives designed to assist and protect women and girls facing violence and threats to their safety. Understand how to connect at-risk individuals with these resources.

Our training goes beyond awareness; it empowers participants to take action and make a difference. By educating individuals about the risks women and girls face and providing practical skills to address these challenges, we contribute to creating safer environments for all members of society. Join us in our commitment to safeguarding women and girls, promoting community safety, and preventing violence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.