Lisa Squire, mother of Libby Squire and founder of Libby’s Legacy, will deliver a speech at one of the events
A series of events will be held across the East Riding to mark the White Ribbon campaign and 16 days of action. The White Ribbon charity campaigns to end violence against women and girls.
The events are being supported by East Riding of Yorkshire Council and will run from Tuesday, November 25, to Wednesday, December 10. To make the white ribbon promise, click here.
Events include a vigil on Tuesday, November 25, in Beverley, organised by Women’s Institute Beverley and Beverley Town Council, with support of East Riding of Yorkshire Council. East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Domestic Violence and Abuse Partnership service will be in attendance with an information stand, to provide resources and support.
East Riding residents are also encouraged to sign up to an online webinar on Tuesday, November 25, by founders and pioneers of the White Ribbon UK campaign, about how to engage with men and boys in the prevention of men’s violence against women. There will also be a school poster competition for schools across the region, and advice stalls and training sessions across the region including in Bridlington, Beverley and Withernsea.
The White Ribbon campaign will culminate at an ‘East Riding Speaks Up’ event on Wednesday, December 10, at Bridlington Spa, which will bring together individuals, organisations, and services from across the region to raise awareness, share lived experiences and inspire action. The day will include keynote speeches from Lisa Squire, mother of Libby Squire and founder of Libby’s Legacy and the It Does Matter campaign, as well as from Luke Medcalf from White Ribbon UK.
Councillor Lyn Healing, East Riding of Yorkshire Council cabinet member for communities and public protection said: “We are dedicated to the White Ribbon campaign and combatting violence against women and girls. We encourage residents to sign up and take part in the wide range of activities taking part for this vital cause.”
How to get support
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has provided information on where residents can get support. This is as follows:
- If you are experiencing issues around this topic please reach out. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 999.
- For support for anyone experiencing domestic violence or abuse, or wanting to change their harmful behaviours towards others in their relationships: East Riding Domestic Violence and Abuse Partnership can be found here or by calling 01482 396 358.
- You can report any VAWG crimes, sexual assault, harassment, stalking, or other VAWG related offences, to Humberside Police: Online Reporting here.
- For more information about the bystander training, or how to organise for your organisation or group, please contact lisa.clappison@eastriding.gov.uk