Schools in the East Riding have obtained White Ribbon accreditation, signing up to the campaign to tackle domestic violence and abuse in the East Riding.
The White Ribbon campaign, a charity, leads the way on ending violence against women and girls by addressing the root causes of men’s violence against women. It tackles harmful attitudes, behaviours and systems around rigid gender norms and harmful expressions of masculinity, that perpetuate gender inequality and gender-based violence.
57 organisations, including our maintained schools, charities, and community groups from across the East Riding have obtained supporter and accredited status with the White Ribbon campaign, committing themselves to help tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG).
Two maintained schools that have recently endorsed their White Ribbon accreditation with East Riding Council; is Beeford and North Frodingham Primary Schools, whose recent Ofsted inspection found that pupils have a very strong sense of equality and fairness.
By becoming a White Ribbon accredited organisation, this will equip their children and staff with the necessary awareness to challenge and prevent violence against women and girls. The children can take these skills with them as they transition onto secondary school, and in turn, their adult lives.
Councillor Lyn Healing, East Riding of Yorkshire Council cabinet member for communities and public protection, said "We all have a role to play in tackling violence against women and girls, and it’s great to see these organisations sign up to play their part. I encourage interested organisations to find out more and join the White Ribbon campaign."
More details on our East Riding White Ribbon Campaign, and how organisations can get involved can be found at https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/living/crime-and-community-safety/white-ribbon-campaign/.
Guidance for schools who are interested in knowing more about the campaign can be found at: White Ribbon - how to get involved
The campaign is particularly keen to engage with academies and trusts alongside other maintained schools in the East Riding to grow the network of White Ribbon schools, Colleges and Education organisations. For further inquiries, please contact: organisationaldevelopmentinclusion@eastriding.gov.uk
If you are experiencing issues around this topic please reach out via the appropriate contact information below.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 999. Otherwise:
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 at https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/living/crime-and-community-safety/domestic-abuse/ or by calling 01482 396 368
You can report any VAWG crimes, sexual assault, harassment, stalking, or other VAWG related offences, to Humberside Police: Online Reporting: Report rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences | Humberside Police
For more information about accreditation please contact organisationaldevelopmentinclusion@eastriding.gov.uk
