A vigil will be held in Beverley to mark the start of the 16 days of activism, an annual international campaign aimed at preventing and eliminating violence against women and girls.
The event, organised by Women’s Institute Beverley and Beverley Town Council, with support of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, will be held at Toll Gavel United Church on Tuesday 25 November at 6.30pm.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Domestic Violence and Abuse Partnership service will be in attendance, with an information stand to provide resources and support.
The vigil forms part of the White Ribbon campaign, a charity that campaigns on ending violence against women and girls. The white ribbon promise can be made here: Make the White Ribbon Promise — White Ribbon UK
Councillor Lyn Healing, East Riding cabinet member for communities and public protection said "We all have a role to play in ending violence against women and girls. This event is an important opportunity to show our support and commitment to this cause, and we encourage residents to attend and pledge their support by signing up to the White Ribbon campaign.”
If you are experiencing issues around this topic please reach out. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 999 otherwise:
East Riding Domestic Violence Abuse Partnership can be found at https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/living/crime-and-community-safety/domestic-abuse/ or by calling 01482396358
The Hull Domestic Abuse Partnership can be found at https://www.hull.gov.uk/domestic-abuse or by calling 01482 318759
