Safeguarding Women & Girls

Ensuring the safety, dignity, and rights of women and girls is a shared responsibility. This joint initiative brings together charities, institutions, and organisations committed to protecting women and girls from harm, advocating for their rights, and creating a world free from violence, discrimination, and exploitation.

By working collaboratively, we provide vital support, raise awareness, and drive systemic change to tackle the root causes of abuse and inequality. Whether through education, policy influence, frontline services, or community engagement, our collective efforts aim to build a society where every woman and girl can live safely, freely, and with the opportunities they deserve.

The Internet Watch Foundation

The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) is dedicated to making the internet a safer place by identifying and removing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) online. Working internationally, the IWF collaborates with governments, law enforcement agencies, and technology companies to prevent the spread of harmful content and protect children from exploitation.

The organisation operates a confidential hotline, allowing the public to report illegal images and videos of child sexual abuse. Their expert analysts assess and work swiftly to remove this content, disrupting the cycle of abuse and preventing further harm to victims.

In addition to their removal work, the IWF develops cutting-edge technology solutions and provides trusted data services to help internet companies block and prevent the circulation of abusive material. Their partnerships and advocacy efforts play a crucial role in influencing policy and improving online safety worldwide.

Through its tireless work, the IWF is at the forefront of the fight against child sexual abuse online, striving to create a digital world where children are safe from exploitation.

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Stamp Out Spiking

Stamp Out Spiking is dedicated to raising awareness, educating the public, and preventing drink and needle spiking. Their mission is to protect individuals—particularly women and girls—from the dangers of spiking, ensuring safer social environments for all.

Through campaigning, education, and advocacy, the charity works to inform people about the risks of spiking, how to recognise the signs, and what to do if someone is affected. They collaborate with venues, law enforcement, and policymakers to push for stronger protections, better reporting mechanisms, and tougher legal consequences for offenders.

A key part of their work includes providing training programmes for hospitality staff, helping businesses implement effective safeguarding measures. By equipping individuals and organisations with the knowledge and tools to prevent spiking, Stamp Out Spiking aims to create a culture where such crimes are taken seriously and tackled head-on.

Their efforts are crucial in the fight to make nights out safer, ensuring that everyone—especially women and girls—can socialise without fear of being targeted.

Ask for Angela

Ask for Angela is a vital safety initiative designed to protect individuals—particularly women and girls—who feel vulnerable, unsafe, or at risk in social settings such as bars, pubs, and clubs. The scheme enables anyone in distress to discreetly seek help by approaching venue staff and “asking for Angela,” a code phrase that signals they need support.

Participating venues train their staff to respond appropriately, whether by providing a safe space, arranging safe transport home, or intervening to prevent potential harm. The initiative is widely supported by police forces, local authorities, and hospitality businesses, helping to create safer nightlife environments.

By raising awareness and equipping venues with safeguarding measures, Ask for Angela plays a crucial role in preventing harassment, assault, and predatory behaviour. This simple yet effective system empowers people to seek help without fear or embarrassment, reinforcing the message that everyone has the right to feel safe on a night out.

National Domestic Abuse Helpline

The National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge, provides free, confidential, and 24/7 support for women experiencing domestic abuse in England. Staffed by highly trained specialists, the helpline offers practical advice, emotional support, and guidance on accessing refuge accommodation, legal assistance, and other vital services.

Women in crisis can reach out via phone, live chat, or an online contact form, ensuring they have a safe and discreet way to seek help. The helpline team works closely with frontline services to connect survivors with the support they need, whether that’s emergency shelter, counselling, or assistance with reporting abuse.

By offering non-judgemental support and life-saving resources, the National Domestic Abuse Helpline plays a crucial role in helping women escape abusive situations and rebuild their lives. No one should have to face domestic abuse alone, and this helpline ensures that survivors always have somewhere to turn.

National Bullying Helpline

The National Bullying Helpline is a UK charity providing confidential advice and support to individuals experiencing bullying in the workplace, school, or online. Whether someone is facing harassment, discrimination, or cyberbullying, the helpline offers practical guidance to help them understand their rights and take action.

Run by experienced professionals, the helpline supports employees, parents, teachers, and employers, offering expert advice on how to handle bullying situations effectively. They also provide resources on legal rights, mediation, and mental health support, ensuring those affected feel heard and empowered.

By raising awareness and advocating for stronger anti-bullying policies, the National Bullying Helpline works towards creating safer environments where bullying is not tolerated. Their mission is simple: to ensure that no one suffers in silence and that every individual has access to the help they need.

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