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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 Promoting Independence Awards 2010

31 Jul 2010

The Promoting Independence Awards 2010 is a joint event staged by Cymorth Cymru and Welsh Local Authorities.

The purpose of this event is to raise awareness of the housing related support, homelessness and supported living sector in Wales and to showcase and celebrate the amazing work that is being done by the sector to help some of the most vulnerable members of our society.

Please see the Nomination Pack for this year’s Promoting Independence Awards.

Award categories are:

  • The Private Sector Partnership Award 2010
  • The Homelessness Prevention Award 2010
  • The Service User Involvement Award 2010
  • Working with Excluded Groups Award 2010
  • The Supported Living Award 2010
  • Improving Access to Employment, Training and Skills Award 2010
  • The Local Champion Award 2010
  • The Inspirational Colleague Award 2010
  • The Creativity Award 2010
  • The Good Commissioning Award 2010

All nominations must be submitted by Friday, 10th September 2010.

The PIA’s will take place on the 9th December at Holland House, Cardiff.  To book tickets for the ceremony or to view sponsorship opportunities, please visit the Cymorth Cymru website