Do you have concerns about safety in Salisbury? Have you ever felt unsafe in our city? Are you concerned for the safety of the women and girls in your life? Would you like to help take action to make our city feel safer? On Thursday 18 November, Salisbury Soroptimists and Safer and Supportive Salisbury will host a conference on Women’s Safety at The Chapel in Milford Street, open to all with a desire to make a positive change.
We will hear from those working in relevant roles in our city already, and also take inspiration from hearing what is working well elsewhere in the country. Our Keynote Speaker will be Dame Vera Baird QC, Victims Commissioner, who will talk on the theme of ‘Shifting Attitudes’. Local CCTV manager Rich Goodman and Street Pastors leader Brian Percey will talk about what is in place in Salisbury to make our streets safer. The founder of White Ribbon, Chris Green, will talk about his vision which calls on all men to make the White Ribbon promise to never commit, excuse or remain silent about violence against women.
It will be a participative event, with attendance welcomed from anyone who wants to play a part in making our city feel as safe as possible for all, but particularly for women and girls.
All attendees will choose to join one of the following workshops which will look at what we can do in Salisbury to:
- Change attitudes towards women and girls - how can we start to change attitudes so that our community becomes safer?
- Provide better support for women and girls in moments of crisis - exploring how to get existing services working together optimally and how to fill any gaps in services
- Make sure good nights out don’t turn nasty! - improving safety for those enjoying the night-time economy in the city
During facilitated workshops, attendees will gather ideas, create action plans and present their progress back to the wider group.
The event lasts from 10am to 3.30pm, lunch and refreshments will be provided, but donations on the day towards costs would be appreciated.
The event has been organised jointly by Salisbury Soroptimist Club and Safer and Supportive Salisbury. It has the support of many local organisations including Pubwatch, Street Pastors, CCTV team, Salisbury City Council, Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation and others.
Further information and registration: feelingsafeinsalisbury.eventbrite.co.uk or contact [email protected]