Empowerment and Safety: A Community Forum on VAWG

Based on the flyer you provided, the VAWG event will take place on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024, at 7 PM.

Location: Slade Green and Howbury Community Centre, Chrome Rd, Erith, DA18 2EL

Purpose: This event aims to discuss gender-based safety concerns, provide information and advice, and allow residents to ask questions related to violence against women and girls in the Slade Green area.

Who is invited: Ladies that work or live in Slade Green are welcome to attend.

For more details, you can visit: www.bexley.gov.uk/vawg

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Community Safety and Inclusivity: The Slade Green Engagement Forum

We are pleased to invite all residents and frequent visitors of Slade Green to a vital local event focusing on Violence Against Women & Girls (VAWG). This forum is a unique opportunity to directly engage with the Bexley Community Safety Partnership (BCSP), local police, and council services, with a specific focus on Slade Green.

The goal of the engagement forum is twofold: to provide clear, essential information on ongoing work and support services in the area, and to create a safe space for you to voice your concerns and ask questions directly.

By attending, you can:

• Discuss concerns: Share any local issues or specific safety worries related to gender-based safety.

• Learn about progress: Get up-to-date information on the initiatives that the BCSP and local services are undertaking to keep Bexley and Slade Green safe.

• Obtain advice: Access support and advice from experts present at the forum.

• Ensure inclusivity: This is a family-friendly event, and children are welcome.

We have a shared responsibility for community safety. Your voice is essential in shaping the solutions that make Slade Green a safer place for everyone.

For more information and resources on VAWG in Bexley, please visit: www.bexley.gov.uk/vawg

Event Details

Date: Thursday, 11th June 2026 Time: 12:30pm – 2:30pm Location: Orchard House Orbit Hub, Slade Green DA8 3PY

Community Event: Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls in Slade Green

 

Launch of Mayor of London VAWG Campaign

Bexley Watch are reaching out to make you aware of the Mayor of London's Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) campaign that launched today. The campaign aims to build male allyship and encourage men to reflect on the way we view, treat and talk about women.

Male violence against women and girls starts with words. If you see it happening, have a word with yourself—then your mates. For more information on how we’re making London safer for women, visit www.london.gov.uk/have-a-word.

This is a fantastic video and campaign from the @MayorofLondon
Men need to change, and we all know it. If you see something #haveaword

#HaveAWord @MayorofLondon on Twitter and @mayorofldn on Instagram

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• Twitter

 

BCSP VAWG Strategy Survey

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Bexley Community Safety Partnership are developing a local strategy and action plan to tackle VAWG (Violence Against Women and Girls). So we want to hear from you; your views, concerns, experiences and priorities for making women and girls safe in Bexley.

The Survey runs from June 27^th – July 10^th and takes around 5 minutes to complete. All responses will be analysed anonymously.

 

Stalking awareness week - MetEngage Bexleyheath

📢This week is Stalking Awareness Week, a period to highlight the impact stalking has on victims and to strengthen our collective understanding of how to recognise and respond to it.

Stalking is not about isolated incidents — it’s a pattern of unwanted, fixated, and obsessive behaviour that causes fear or distress. It can include repeated messages, unwanted gifts, monitoring someone’s movements, showing up uninvited, or using technology to track or harass.

This week, we will be raising awareness of Stalking and support. Join us!

👉 Bexleyheath Shopping Centre (outside the Entertainer), Monday 20 April, at 2pm. Come talk with us, get safety information and resources.

 

👉 Suzy Lamplugh Trust will also be holding a virtual conference titled ‘Fatal Fixation: Understanding the Link between Stalking and Homicide’ on Tuesday 21 April, 10am – 1pm. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fatal-fixation-understanding-the-link-between-stalking-and-homicide-registration-1984759321559?aff=oddtdtcreator

 

Victims often describe feeling constantly watched, controlled, or unsafe. Many minimise their experiences or worry they won’t be believed. That’s why awareness matters.

This week, we encourage everyone to:

📝Learn the signs of stalking and understand that it is a criminal offence

👂Listen and take concerns seriously

💡 Know where to signpost for support

❌Challenge myths that minimise or excuse stalking behaviour

Together, we can help create an environment where victims feel believed, supported, and safe to seek help. 💚

#KeepingBexleySafe #StalkingAwarenessWeek

www.bexley.gov.uk/vawg

 

Stalking is a crime. You are not overreacting. If you’re worried about someone’s behaviour, help is available. 💚

This #StalkingAwarenessWeek, make a commitment to raising awareness and educating yourself on what to do if you or someone you know thinks they are being stalked. 

For more information, visit www.bexley.gov.uk/vawg 

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/429648/Stalking-awareness-week 

Community Event: Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls in Slade Green

Community Event: Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls in Slade Green

 

The Bexley Community Safety Partnership (BCSP) is inviting all residents and regular visitors of Slade Green to a vital engagement forum focused on the safety of women and girls in our community.

This is a dedicated space for you to voice your concerns, ask questions, and hear directly from the people responsible for keeping our streets safe. Whether you have specific safety concerns or simply want to learn more about the work being done in your area, your presence is highly valued.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday 28th January 2026

• Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm

• Location: Orchard House, Orbit Hub, Slade Green, DA8 3PY

• Suitability: Families and children are more than welcome to attend.

Why should you attend?

This forum is a collaborative effort bringing together key local figures and organisations, including:

• The Police

• Bexley Council

• Local Services

• Your Ward Councillors

The evening is designed to be an open dialogue where you can obtain practical information and advice on gender-based safety, stay informed about ongoing local initiatives, and ensure that the voices of Slade Green residents are heard at a leadership level.

Find out more

For further information regarding the work being done to combat violence against women and girls (VAWG) in Bexley, please visit the official website: 👉 www.bexley.gov.uk/vawg

'Are You Okay?' Street Harassment Campaign

For more information visit https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/streetharassment.

Also covered at https://bexleywatch.blogspot.com/search?q=vawg.