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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

Val Feld - Women & Homelessness Award 2010

23 Apr 2010

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Shelter Cymru, is inviting applications for The Val Feld Women and Homelessness Award.

The award is given annually to a project or individual that deals with issues affecting women and homelessness.The award includes a one-year caretaking of a unique bronze statue inspired by Val’s achievements. The statue is the work of Welsh artist Helen Sinclair, and a £3,000 cash prize.

In 2009, the Val Feld award went to a WWA member group - Swansea Women's Aid Outreach Services Project.

The criteria has over previous years been extended to include applications that will help to jump start new projects to help carry out research to show the need for a service or for an outstanding individual contribution.

Applications for the award need to show innovative and new ways of responding to the issues surrounding women, housing and homelessness. Organisations or individuals who apply will need to show how their project has made a difference to women.

Applications forms are available to download or contact Mel Evans on 01792 483072.

The closing date for applications is 31 May 2010

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