New rail industry campaign to crack down on sexual harassment
On 23 August, the rail industry launched a national campaign across Britain to tackle sexual harassment. Delivered in partnership with British Transport Police (BTP) and independent charity CrimeStoppers, and supported by a range of charities including White Ribbon, the campaign aims to send a clear message that all forms of sexual harassment are not tolerated on the railway.
New campaign focusing on men's behaviour at live music events.
New festival and gig campaign to make men accountable for violence against women
WRUK response to Government's VAWG strategy
Whilst the Government is aiming is to reduce violence against women and girls with its Tackling Violence Against Women And Girls Strategy, there needs to be proper investment in primary prevention, specifically working with men and boys, to make a significant step change.
WRUK response to Sarah Everard case plea
As the man responsible for the killing of Sarah Everard has pleaded guilt to her murder, White Ribbon UK, a leading charity that engages with men the cultures that lead to abuse and violence against women has repeated its call for men to recognise that if they don’t stand up to violence against women it won’t end.
Oxford and Cambridge University boat clubs unite to support White Ribbon
Oxford and Cambridge University boat clubs join forces to Support White Ribbon
Win or lose, there is no excuse for abuse
Win or lose there is #NoExcuseForAbuse White Ribbon is asking all male football fans to think of their own behaviour and that of their friends as Euro 2020 begins
We need to educate children from an early age about gender equality
Educating children about gender equality from an early age is essential to prevent violence against women long term.
Harassment of women in public spaces is too common and needs to stop
Anthea Sully, White Ribbon Chief Executive, calls on men to help end street harassment.
Night time run highlights dangers to women
Caitlin Millar has completed an impressive challenge of walking and running through the night from 1930~0630 and covering a total distance of 61km!
WRUK response to disappearance of Sarah Everard
Men have to speak out. It must not fall on women to have to change how they go about their lives because of the fear and risk of violence.
Snapshot report of violence against women and girls in 2021
A new report from the EVAW Coalition offers a ‘snapshot’ of violence against women and girls at the start of 2021.
How White Ribbon Accreditation enables organisations to support their employees experiencing domestic abuse
We welcome the open letter from Paul Scully, Minister for Small Business, Consumers and Labour Markets to businesses laying out the costs of domestic abuse and how they can help victims. White Ribbon Accreditation can support organisations in working towards this goal.
Men Ending Violence - A Lockdown Toolkit
The White Ribbon UK Lockdown Toolkit, is available here to provide practical suggestions and show where to get help for men who are worried about their behaviour during lockdown, and men who are concerned about the behaviour of their friends and colleagues.
Download - Donate - Display : Free White Ribbon Promise Poster
Download, Print and Display the White Ribbon Promise Poster #MakeThePromise
Expert White Ribbon Webinars - book your place
Join our series of webinars with leading experts in preventing male violence against women.
Masculinities and Covid 19
There has been a higher Covid related death rate amongst men and significant impact on mental health but the pandemic is also deepening existing inequalities. There has been an increase in violence and abuse against women, by leaving many victims trapped at home with their abusers, COVID-19 has compounded the already hugely prevalent levels of gender-based violence in societies across the world.
Survivor Family Justice and the Courts
Poor decisions in Family Court have lifelong catastrophic effects on victims and children. The government needs to help put things right.
We need to stand up to online workplace harassment.
Sexism in the workplace has found a new and insidious ways to thrive online, and people are urged to ‘step up’ and challenge such behaviour when they see it to show that it is wrong.
Shine the spotlight on honour based abuse.
Karma Nirvana have also created a free communications toolkit with factsheets and resources designed to help #ShineTheSpotlight on Honour Based Abuse
When venues reopen let's ensure they are safer places for women
Covid-19 is an ongoing pandemic, as is violence against women and girls. We have a unique opportunity to address this through taking time to upskill ourselves in responding with care to disclosures of sexual violence, and better planning and policies in our pubs, clubs and venues when they do reopen. Let’s use this difficult time to explore, learn and plan for the future.