Published: November 25, 2011
by PAVAN AMARA

WHITE Ribbon Day, which condemns violence against women and girls, is being marked by councillors and Town Hall staff gathering to show support for the campaign.

It coincides with the launch of Islington’s first Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy, which targets domestic violence, rape, so-called “honour” crimes, sexual harassment, exploitation and stalking.

Councillor Barbara Sidnell, Islington Council’s executive member for community safety said: “Violence against women and girls is despicable and together we can work to end it.

“We’re committed to building a safer Islington for all and are committed to helping survivors and punishing the criminals.

“Each and every resident in Islington has a role to play by sending out a clear message: violence against women and girls is unacceptable.”

Nationally, one in four women experiences domestic violence at some stage in their lives. On average two women a week die at the hands of partners or ex-partners.

White ribbons are available at Islington Town Hall. Any donations will be used to help fund a Safe Landings course at an Islington Children’s Centre, to help mothers and children affected by domestic violence.

For more on White Ribbon Day and Islington’s Violence Against Women And Girls strategy go to: www.islington.gov.uk/Community/domesticviolence/white_ribbon_day.asp