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WWA supports Welsh Government's 6 Nations Domestic Abuse Campaign

Communities Minister, Carl Sargeant launched a campaign today (3rd Feb) to tackle the increased levels of domestic violence that occur around the time of major sporting events such as the Six Nations rugby tournament.

First Minister launches Christmas domestic abuse campaign with WWA's support

Today (5th December), the Welsh Government launched their Christmas campaign to tackle domestic abuse. The launch took place in Cardiff City Centre, where a giant Letter to Santa was set up to raise awareness of the detrimental effects of domestic abuse on children and young people. This is the second stage of the Welsh Government's "Live Fear Free" campaign to tackle violence against women in Wales.

Minister, Cardiff Devils and Cardiff City FC speak out against VAW for White Ribbon Day

"Domestic abuse is a hidden problem but it affects so many women and children in Wales - the statistics are shocking. We are proud to support Welsh Women's Aid in their vital work supporting women and children. It's vital that men take a stand against violence towards women and for that reason we're supporting the White Ribbon Campaign."

TAKE ACTION NOW: SAVE LEGAL AID

Next Monday 31 October, the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill will be debated by MPs in the House of Commons.

“Light a Candle” to mark International Day to End Violence Against Women

BAWSO Women’s Aid and Welsh Women’s Aid are organising this year’s annual ecumenical "Light a Candle" service in Llandaff Cathedral to mark International Day to End Violence Against Women ("White Ribbon Day"), please see the agenda.

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The Welsh Assembly Government is committed to tackling this persistent form of inequality for women as well as underpinning our commitment to all victims of domestic abuse.

Carl Sargeant, Minister for Social Justice & Local Government, 25 March 2010

Violence against women and girls continues unabated in every continent, country and culture. It takes a devastating toll on women’s lives, on their families, and on society as a whole. Most societies prohibit such violence — yet the reality is that too often, it is covered up or tacitly condoned

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon, 8 March 2007

The Bridge Project - Mentoring Programme Launch

24 Feb 2010

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The Bridge Project –

Supporting women affected by domestic abuse to achieve their aspirations

The Bridge Project team are preparing to launch The Mentoring Programme. This programme is designed to provide one to one practical support to access services within the community, increase self confidence through a range of new experiences and assist women to achieve specific goals identified through an individual development plan.

The programme, in partnership with Neath and Port Talbot Council for Voluntary Services is looking for volunteer female role models to support women in the community within a personal relationship developed through regular contact over a period of time.

Involvement in the mentoring programme can be a very rewarding experience as it offers an excellent personal development opportunity as well as the chance for many people to put something back into the community.

BP Team

The Bridge Project Team - Emma James, Gemma Humphreys, Charlie Arthur and Rachel Barrett, with Janice Gregory AM.

For further information on The Mentoring Programme please contact Neath Council for Voluntary Services - 01639 631387 or visit our website