Other news & events
Hidden domestic violence: Understanding and meeting the needs of different groups. Liverpool, 16 October Organised by 4NW – the Regional Leaders Forum; Government Office North West and NHS North West, in conjunction with the North West Equality and Diversity Group, this free seminar is for policy makers and practitioners from all sectors. Keynote speakers include Assistant Chief Constable from Greater Manchester Police and Andrea Murray, Director of Policy at the Equality and Human Rights Commission. There will be specialist workshops on older women, LGBT, women with disabilities and ethnic minorities. For more information email Pat.Aspinall@4nw.org.uk
Stop Porn Culture, a new feminist anti-pornography movement, has just launched a website http://stoppornculture.org/home.html.
Reclaim the Night 2008, 22nd November
Over 1500 women took to the streets of central London for the 2007 Reclaim The Night march - shouting a loud NO to rape and male violence against women. This year's march is set to be even bigger as the London Feminist Network marks five years of a revived Reclaim The Night in Britain. Join us and over 2000 marchers in 2008 - put your feet on the streets for women, Saturday 22nd November, 2008. Contact us at: londonfeminist@yahoo.co.uk. www.reclaimthenight.org
Scottish Women’s Aid Conference, 16th September
“Think Globally, Act Locally” To End Domestic Abuse By Tacking Gender Inequality Tuesday 16th September. This conference will bring together international, national and local perspectives on ending domestic abuse by tackling gender inequality. Apex International Hotel Edinburgh on Tuesday 16 September. Email info@scottishwomensaid.org.uk