White Ribbon Day calls for people to never commit violence against women 25th November 2020 Today is international White Ribbon Day – a day where every year thousands of people stand up, speak out and say no to violence against women and girls. In Hull, agencies across the city will be actively participating and speaking out, including youth services, schools, youth parliament and the voluntary sector, who are recruiting White […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News #hullyoungpeoplesaynoHull Domestic Abuse PartnershipStrength to ChangeWhite Ribbon DayWhite Ribbon pledge
Domestic abuse campaign aims to help people isolating with their abuser 5th May 2020 A domestic abuse campaign has been launched in Hull to encourage people to seek help. The campaign, led by the Hull Domestic Abuse Partnership (Hull DAP), is aimed at people isolated in their own homes with their abuser, which may result in an increase in coercive and controlling behaviour and emotional abuse. Those who are […] Read more Coronavirus News domestic abuseHull DAPHull Domestic Abuse PartnershipYou Are Not Alone
Support and information available as domestic abuse escalates 9th April 2020 COVID-19 may have a significant impact on the lives of those affected by domestic abuse, and those affected are urged to consider their safety and know that support remains available. People being isolated in their own homes with their abuser may result in an increase in coercive and controlling behaviour and emotional abuse. Tracy Harsley, […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News domestic abuseHull Domestic Abuse PartnershipNational domestic abuse helplineRefugeSafe LivesStrength to Changewomens aid
Coronavirus: Web chat launched to help domestic abuse victims in isolation 27th March 2020 A web chat for people seeking support due to domestic abuse during isolation has been launched. The live chat will be online from 10am to noon on weekdays. The facility from National Women’s Aid will provide another platform for victims to seek support and advice. Those who use the web chat facility and need further support […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News Public Health CitysafeCrimestoppersdomestic abuseHull Domestic Abuse PartnershipNational Women’s AidStrength to Change
New hub for rough sleepers opens in Hull 28th November 2019 A new service to help people who are sleeping rough has opened in Hull. As temperatures plummet, a new hub has opened with room to accommodate up to eight people who have some of the most complex needs in the city. The hub in Great Union Street offers specialist support including immediate assessment by a […] Read more Housing News domestic abusehomelessnessHull City CouncilHull Domestic Abuse Partnershiprough sleeping
Hull pupils pledge to never stay silent on abuse 25th November 2019 Thousands of children in Hull will promise “never to commit, excuse, or stay silent about abuse or bullying” starting today. To mark White Ribbon Day, pupils at Green Way Academy have today been visited by a White Ribbon-themed fire engine and police car. The school will be one of 26 in the city to be […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Hull City CouncilHull Domestic Abuse PartnershipHumberside PoliceHumberside Police and Crime Commissioner
Hundreds learn how they can help to prevent domestic abuse in Hull 10th September 2019 A domestic abuse conference in Hull is helping to show people from a diverse range of professions how they can be instrumental in early support and prevention for people they work with. The Hull Domestic Abuse Conference at Hull University is taking place today, involving more than 250 people, including Luke and Ryan Hart who […] Read more Children and families Health and Social Care News Coco Awarenessdomestic abuseHull City CouncilHull Domestic Abuse PartnershipHull Women’s AidPreston Road Women’s CentreStrength to ChangeUniversity of Hull