News coverage & social media threads can often trigger those who have experienced abuse or sexual trauma, even long after they have 'healed' or 'moved on'. This is very normal. We have put together some practical tips to help. Healing is not linear. #supportingsurvivors

The draft Programme for Government 2024 – 2027 sets out nine priorities for improving the lives of everyone who lives here. The consultation on ‘Our Plan: Doing What Matters Most’ is now live. Have your say at northernireland.gov.uk/PfG-consultati… #PfGNI2024 #OurPlan

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay If you’re struggling to cope, don’t suffer alone. Talk to Lifeline today. Trained counsellors like Ben can provide immediate help and support to anyone in crisis or despair. 📞0808 808 8000 💻lifelinehelpline.info

Unprecedented hunger, mental health tragedy, and gender-based violence: The crisis for children and families in Sudan 'The report sheds light on the harrowing conditions and the critical need for immediate intervention to prevent further devastation.' reliefweb.int/report/sudan/u…

What is IBSA? Image-Based Sexual Abuse The action of creating, threatening to share, sharing, or using of recordings (still images or videos) of sexually explicit or sexualized material without the consent of the person depicted and/or for purposes of exploitation.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITY: DOMESTIC ABUSE & THE WORKPLACE💻 Join Women's Aid Federation NI for a 2-hour session on how domestic abuse impacts the workplace and how to implement Safe Leave🗣️ 📅 Wednesday 2nd October ⌚️2-4pm 📍Online FIND OUT MORE 👇 shorturl.at/seM5k

'Pakistani women are not reporting incidences of domestic abuse for fear of family disownment and community isolation, campaigners have said.' bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Victim Support NI's SOLAs are lawyers offering legal advice & support to adult victims of serious sexual offence, independent from police & prosecution services. A SOLA will make sure YOUR voice is heard. They will not judge you. They will support you. victimsupportni.com/help-for-victi…

Trans Pride NI is back tomorrow Saturday 14th September in Writers Square from Noon! Find out more on their website. transprideni.com

Allyship is always relevant. Community safety begins with ending sexual harassment.

'Police forces in England and Wales recorded 351 incidents of football-related domestic abuse reports during the recent Uefa European Championships, the National Police Chiefs' Council has said.' bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

We'd a great day at Trans Pride NI chatting to people about Raise Your Voice and other work while enjoying some fab performances and energising speeches.

#SundaySlogan My dress does not mean yes!

Women's Aid statement on the murder Rachel Simpson. For information on support services please visit: womensaidni.org

Great to be at Open Botanic today chatting about our work and making connections. Thanks to Lord Mayor Lord Mayor of Belfast, Cllr Micky Murray and Minister For NI Fleur Anderson MP for stopping by. Well done Forward South Partnership!

California passes requirements on carmakers and domestic violence 'As automakers add ever more sophisticated technology to their cars, instances of stalking and harassment using features such as location tracking and remote controls have begun to emerge.' reuters.com/legal/californ…

'The EVAWG strategy was first proposed in 2021. Northern Ireland has long been the only part of the UK or Ireland without a strategy on the issue. Haileigh was invited to be part of a consultation panel on the EVAWG strategy in 2021.' bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Call for Events The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign that takes place each year from 25 November -10 December. Apply to host an event using the form below. #16DaysNI tinyurl.com/16DaysNI24