What is the White Ribbon Campaign?

White Ribbon are a charity engaging men and boys to end violence against women and girls.

The White Ribbon Campaign is to prevent violence by addressing the root cause. By raising awareness challenging established harmful attitudes, systems and behaviours that increase gender inequality and men’s violence against women.

Further information regarding white ribbon awareness can be found at www.whiteribbon.org.uk

Join NIDAS and show your support  

NIDAS will be raising awareness of the White Ribbon Campaign teaming up with Ashfield District Council who are hosting a variety of events to raise awareness of domestic abuse and housing support services in our local community.

• Friday 25th November 10am to 2pm (NIDAS attending) Event launch: Ashfield District Council Office, Urban Road, Kirkby in Ashfield Nottingham NG17 8DA
• Tuesday 29th November 10am to 2pm (NIDAS attending)Tin Hat Centre, Matthew Holland Complex, Chapel Rd, Selston, Nottingham NG16 6BW
• Thursday 1st December 10am to 2pm (NIDAS attending) Lammas Leisure Centre, Lammas Rd, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 2AD
• Monday 5th December 10am to 2pm Under One Roof, 3A Vine Terrace, Hucknall, Nottingham NG15 7HN
• Wednesday 7th December 10am to 2pm (NIDAS attending) Vision West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road Campus, Derby Rd, Mansfield NG18 5BH

As part of #16DaysofActivism we are launching our #JoinTheTeam campaign which will focus on the importance of speaking out and breaking the silence around domestic abuse.

We are inviting you to #JoinTheTeam by making a pledge explaining why you believe it’s crucial to speak out against male violence against women.

Support White Ribbon Day and make a difference towards ending violence against women and girls.

Don’t worry, we will provide the template sign and give you some ideas on how to get started and these will follow, so look out for further details to join us in supporting raising awareness.

White Ribbon

This year, White Ribbon Day is Thursday 25th November, it falls on the same week as the start of the FIFA men’s World Cup. There has never been a better time for us to come together and start playing as a team to end violence against women and girls.

All men can join the team to end violence against women and girls – that’s #TheGoal. Whether you’re a football fan or not, let’s work together to achieve gender equality. White Ribbon Day 2022 highlights 11 traits men and boys can nurture to help create a world of equality and safety for women.

Together we can unite on White Ribbon Day, 25th November, to work towards ending violence against women and girls and achieve #TheGoal.

#16DaysofAction – Unite Campaign

Every year the United Nations calls for people across the globe to take action to end gender-based violence for 16 Days of Activism. Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread human rights violations in the world.

The global theme for this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, which will run from 25 November to 10 December 2022, is “UNITE! Activism to end violence against women and girls”.

UNiTE campaign calls for global actions to increase awareness, galvanize advocacy efforts, and share knowledge and innovations.

Find out more here www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/take-action/16-days-of-activism

#IJoinTheTeam / #WeJoinTheTeam  pledge signs…information coming soon…watch this space…