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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."

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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

Welsh Women's Aid Annual Conference 2009

14 July 09

WWA VAW Conference Image

Welsh Women’s Aid would like to invite all you to attend the WWA Annual Conference.

This year’s conference will look at 2 themes:

Day One: Friday 11th September – Violence Against Women (VAW) 

Day 1 is open to all. Outside organisations are welcome.

Speakers include:

·        Joyce Watson AM for Mid & West Wales

·        Cathy Owens Director of Amnesty International Wales

·        DCI Martyn Dew from Gwent Police

·        Bridie Jones MBE from the Irish Travelling Movement

·        Paula Hardy, Chief Executive, Welsh Women’s Aid

Workshops and fringes include:

  • Trafficking
  • Sexual Violence
  • Crime and Legal
  • BME Issues
  • Domestic Abuse survivors (tbc)
  • Safety Planning (tbc)

Day Two: Saturday 12th September – Fit for Purpose

Day 2 is open to member groups only

Day 2 will begin with the WWA AGM, followed by workshops aimed specifically at our member groups.

These will include:

  • Remodeling services
  • Partnership working
  • Training
  • WWA ethos
  • Governance and Trusteeship
  • Outcomes Monitoring

Day 2 will also give a comprehensive overview of the proposed WWA membership agreement.

The Booking Deadline for External Delegates to the WWA Annual Conference is Friday 4th September

For more information, contact Emma Harris or telephone on 029 20 390 874

Related Documents:

VAW Conference Flyer for Outside Organisations (including booking form)

Booking form for WWA Member Groups

Venue: Lampeter University