16 days of action against domestic abuse

December 2, 2021

16 days of action against domestic abuse aims to raise awareness of abuse and sign post people across the borough to vital support services. The decision to make the 16 days between 25 November – 10 December was so that three other major events could be recognised: International Human Rights Defenders Day (29 November), World Aids Day (1 December) and the anniversary of the Montreal École Polytechnique Massacre (6 December). This is so that the connection between human rights and domestic abuse could be highlighted.

Today we cover women’s safety in public spaces.  If you are concerned about your safety when you are out and about you can download the free Hollie Guard app. A simple tap or shake of your phone records what’s happening, calls your emergency contact and gives them your location.

Be sure to also check out the advice from West Midlands Police regarding safer nights and staying safe on your night out.