People urged to sign anti-abuse pledge
People in Counthy Durham are being urged to stand together against domestic violence ahead of this year’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Durham County Council, Durham University and Durham Students’ Union are supportingtheinternationaldayof action - White Ribbon Day - tomorrow. They are asking peopletosupportthecampaignby joining in by signing the White Ribbon Day pledge, promising to never commit, excuse or remain silent about violence against women.
To raise awareness of the WhiteRibbonpledge,staffwill beattheDurhamStudents’Union building, Dunelm House, NewElvet,Durham,from10am until 2pm, answering questions and offering advice.
Cllr Alan Shield, the council’scabinetmemberforequality and inclusion, said: “It is so important that we all do what we can to tackle domestic abuse and violence against women.
"Everyonehasarighttofeel safeandprotected.Bycreating a better understanding of the issue in our workforce, we can better support our staff and our communities and make sure victims receive the help they need.”
The council commissions Harbour Support Services to help families and individuals affectedbyabuseandtheRape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre (RSACC) – a specialist charity which provides free services – is also available.
For more information visit www.rsacc-thecentre.org.uk
For more information aboutdomesticabusesupport, gotowww.durham.gov.uk/domesticabuse
Harbour Support can be contacted 24 hours a day on 03000 20 25 25 and live chat serviceisalsoavailableatwww. myharbour.org.uk