16 Days of Activism launches in Cheltenham as a push for safer areas for girls and women

Throughout the 16 days, the council will share numerous security measures and sources for victims of home abuse through its social media channels. These initiatives are knowledgeable by neighborhood consultations and the latest Purple Flag perception survey, which gathers knowledge about night-time venues in Cheltenham, with security being an element. 

This survey particularly seeks the views of girls and women concerning their security in Cheltenham’s city centre, notably throughout night and night-time hours.

To additional the marketing campaign for safer streets at evening, the neighborhood is inspired to affix the Gloucestershire Rape & Sexual Abuse Centre (GRASAC) within the ‘Reclaim the Night’ stroll by Gloucester on Friday 28 November because the neighborhood ‘reclaims the night’ to marketing campaign for safer streets for girls and women. Please find the flyer here.

Further night-time security initiatives in Cheltenham, that are utilized year-round, embody the #AskforAngela and #AskforClive initiatives in licensed venues reminiscent of pubs and golf equipment.

Patrons of night-time venues can merely communicate to a bartender or employees member, in any Cheltenham venue, to get the help wanted. This can embody any harassment, feeling uneasy, or any uncomfortable scenario. For any considerations with these initiatives, individuals are inspired to succeed in out to [email protected].

Cllr Victoria Atherstone, cupboard member for security and communities, mentioned: “These 16 Days are essential for refocusing our native and world efforts to boost the security of girls and women in our city, particularly in the course of the evenings and night-time when considerations are highest.

“I urge everyone to participate in ‘Reclaim the Night’ on 28th November and to be vigilant in supporting those who might be facing gender-based harassment, intimidation, or violence, ensuring our town remains a safe place for all.”

Sharne Maher, CEO of Gloucestershire Rape & Sexual Abuse Centre (GRASAC), mentioned: “Creating safer spaces for women and girls is not just a campaign, it’s a community responsibility. Every step we take during these 16 Days of Activism reinforces the message that gender-based violence has no place in our society. We invite everyone to join us for ‘Reclaim the Night’ and stand together for a future where safety and respect are guaranteed for all.”

 

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For 16 Days of Activism sources, please go to the UN Women website.

For help from GRASAC, contact: 01452 305421