Government Announces Plan to Halve Violence Against Women and Girls by 2034
On Friday, September 20th, 2024, the Home Office made an important announcement that has been welcomed by White Ribbon UK. The government has laid out a plan to halve violence against women and girls within the next decade. According to White Ribbon UK, this commitment can only be achieved through a focus on preventing violence before it starts. This will require a cultural shift towards promoting equality, challenging gender stereotypes, and transforming the harmful male cultures that lead to violence.
Anthea Sully, Chief Executive of White Ribbon UK, expressed her support for the government’s plan. She stated, “We welcome the plan that the Home Secretary has shared to halve violence against women and girls. Work that engages men and boys and prioritises Primary Prevention will be essential if this commitment is to be realised.” Sully also emphasized the need for proper funding for organizations that work towards Primary Prevention initiatives. She added, “Work that engages with men and boys is chronically underfunded, proper investment is urgently needed with statutory sources of funding made available for specialist organisations working on Primary Prevention initiatives.”
One of the key elements of the government’s plan is a “cross-government” approach. This approach aims to bring together all areas of society to engage men and boys in the fight against violence against women and girls. This includes workplaces, sports organizations, and the media. By creating a positive culture change and shifting harmful attitudes, the government hopes to make a significant impact in reducing violence against women and girls.
In conclusion, White Ribbon UK welcomes the government’s commitment to halve violence against women and girls by 2034. The organization is hopeful that with a focus on preventing violence before it starts and engaging men and boys in the process, this goal can be achieved. The government’s “cross-government” approach is seen as a step in the right direction towards creating a safer and more equal society for all.
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