#NoExcuse - 16 Days of activism

16 Days of Activism is a global campaign fighting against gender-based violence. Violence against women and girls (VAWG) remains the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violation in the world.

This winter show there is #NoExcuse for VAWG and find out about local, national and online events taking place to support the #NoExcuse campaign - 16 days of activism.

Events during the 16 days of activism in 2024

  • Domestic Abuse Related Death Reviews (DARDR) and Learnings Webinar

    Part of the NHS Safeguarding Fortnight.

  • White ribbon day candlelit vigil: Chichester

    Join the vigil run by Arundel Women's Institute.

    Event details:

    • Time: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
    • Location: The Cross, Chichester

    White ribbon day candlelit vigil: Horsham

    Join the vigil run by Horsham Women's Institute with West Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner, Katy Bourne and Kay Birch from Safe In Sussex speaking.

    Event details:

    • Time: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
    • Location: The Carfax, Horsham

    Meet WORTH services

    WORTH services join Sussex Police in the community. Come along and see us at:

    • Location: Crawley police pod, High Street, Crawley

    Domestic abuse services at Worthing Hospital

    WORTH services join Hourglass, Victim Support and You Trust to talk to staff and patients about domestic abuse and available support. Come along:

    • Location: Penguin Foyer, Worthing Hospital
    • Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm

    The value of independent domestic violence advocates (IDVAs) webinar

    Domestic abuse and health - part of the NHS safeguarding fortnight. Run by West Sussex County Council (WSCC) and NHS Sussex.

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    Virtual symposium on innovative research in gender-based violence webinar

    This event will feature expert presentations, interactive discussions, and opportunities for knowledge exchange between researchers and practitioners, inspiring practical applications of new research insights.

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    Launch of Domestic & sexual violence and abuse website

    From today, you can view the new WSCC domestic and sexual abuse microsite.

  • White Ribbon UK in further education webinar

    Learn more about the positive impact that White Ribbon UK can have within universities.

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    Tackling Violence Against Women & Girls (VAWG) Conference

    Run by Westminster Insight. The conference has a focus on latest measures and initiatives to protect women and girls.

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    How do abusers trap victims? - Webinar

    Learn about the early warning signs of abuse and the impact it may have on a victim's life. Provided by Safer Places training.

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    Hassocks WI

    Hassocks Women’s Institute event with guest speakers on the topic of violence against women and girls followed by a candlelit vigil in the Adastra memorial garden.

    Event details:

    • Location: Adastra Hall, Committee Room, Hassocks
    • Time: 2.00pm to 4.00pm

  • 10 years of stalking advocacy

    Provided by Veritas for professionals. There are a limited number of spaces.

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    Healing and empowerment webinar for those working in gender-based violence (GBV)

    This free webinar offers a blend of practical healing techniques, expert insights, and resilience-building strategies tailored for survivors, researchers, and practitioners in the field.

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    West Sussex Safeguarding Children Partnership (SCP) conference

    This is an all day event for professionals.

    How does the UK family court system facilitate post-separation abuse?: Online workshop

    This free 2-hour online workshop explores in what ways the family court system can be used against survivors as an extension of domestic abuse.

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  • Token man x White Ribbon UK: Men’s Role in tackling male violence against women and girls webinar

    Exploring the role men, and wider corporates have in tackling men’s violence against women and girls.

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    Safeguarding futures seminar

    Free seminar for social workers and police officers about child marriage provided by Karma Nirvana.

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    Paragon Sussex Police independent domestic violence advocate (IDVA)

    Paragon in the community. Come along and see us at:

    • Location: The Forum, Horsham
    • Time: 1.00pm to 3.00pm

    Meet WORTH services

    WORTH services join Sussex Police in the community. Come along and see us at:

    • Location: Crawley Police pod, High Street, Crawley
    • Time: All day

  • How do young girls experience domestic abuse? webinar

    Learn about the impact of domestic abuse on girls and young women. Event details:

    Reclaim the night

    March against street harassment and rape culture.

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    Trauma informed approach to domestic abuse online briefing

    This one hour online briefing by WORTH services looks at proactive contact and engagement and how to reduce barriers to people getting advice and support.

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  • What is domestic abuse and coercive control? webinar

    Learn about what happens during domestic abuse and coercive controlling relationships.

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  • Sussex Police 16 days roadshow: Worthing

    Sussex Police talk to the public with service providers about what they do in relation to gender-based violence, including domestic abuse, harmful practices and stalking.

    Event details:

    • Location: South Street Square, Worthing
    • Time: 9.00am to 3.00pm

    National Stalking Consortium online conference

    Reflecting on key achievements, including the submission of a landmark super-complaint against the police, and next steps for improving support stalking victims across the UK.

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    Domestic abuse awareness training webinar

    Free training for voluntary sector organisations and a reduced rate for West Sussex Chamber of Commerce members. The webinar aims to increase awareness around the definition and impact of domestic abuse, how to identify it and what to do if it is disclosed to you.

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    Gender-based violence (GBV) and HIV - vulnerabilities, challenges and possibilities webinar 

    This session aims to highlight the urgent need for action and collaboration in tackling gender-based violence and its implications for HIV prevention and treatment.

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    Partnerships with White Ribbon UK webinar

    Hear how your organisation can become a White Ribbon Accredited or Supporter Organisation, and foster culture change within your workplace and wider community.

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  • Training for employers on Domestic Abuse Act 2021

    Free half hour online advice sessions for employers on how to fulfil their responsibilities under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021.

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    Beyond the screen: protecting children from exploitation and abuse webinar

    This event brings together experts from child protection, academia, and technology to examine the links between offline and online child sexual exploitation and abuse.

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    Paragon Sussex Police independent domestic violence advocates (IDVAs) and Sussex Police

    Paragon join Sussex Police in the community. Come along and see us at:

    • Location: Horsham police pod, The Forum, Horsham
    • Time: 1.00pm to 3.00pm

    Fizz and Feminism

    Fizz & Feminism brings people together to talk, listen and learn about ways we can all move towards gender equality. My Sisters House to speak about violence against women and girls (VAWG) and support available.

    Event details:

    • Location: Chichester Festival Theatre
    • Time: 5.30pm

  • Sussex Police 16 days roadshow: Chichester

    Sussex Police talk to the public with service providers about what they do in relation to gender-based violence, including domestic abuse, harmful practices and stalking.

    Event details:

    • Location: East Street, Chichester
    • Time: 9.00am to 3.00pm

    What is post separation abuse? webinar

    Learn about how even when the relationship ends, the abuse does not always stop and can get worse.

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  • Online safety for women and girls webinar

    Join the West Sussex County Council (WSCC) Digital Safety and Fraud Prevention Team as they are joined by Southeast Regional Crime Unit as we raise awareness of technological abuse, by empowering women and girls to understand what it is and what steps to take to secure their digital devices and platforms against potential technological abuse from a partner or ex-partner.

    Event details:

    Meet WORTH services

    WORTH services join Sussex Police in the community. Come along and see us at:

    • Location: Crawley police pod, High Street, Crawley

    Paragon Sussex Police independent domestic violence advocates and Sussex Police

    Paragon join Sussex Police in the community. Come along and see us at:

    • Location: Worthing police pod, South Street, Worthing
    • Time: 1.00pm to 3.00pm

  • Gaining confidence in identifying and challenging honour based abuse and forced marriage workshop

    This online course, run by Karma Nirvana, is for professionals who want to increase confidence in challenging honour based abuse and forced marriage.

    Sussex Police 16 days roadshow: Crawley

    Sussex Police talk to the public with service providers about what they do in relation to gender-based violence, including domestic abuse, harmful practices and stalking.

    Event details:

    • Location: Queens Square, Crawley
    • Time: 9.00am to 3.00pm

    Paragon Sussex Police independent domestic violence advocates at Horsham hospital

    Paragon visit Horsham hospital. Come along and see us at:

    • Location: Entrance to Horsham hospital, Hurst Road
    • Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm