Northumbria Violence Reduction Unit

23/10/2026

21/10/2026

Have you joined the Violence Prevention Ambassadors Programme❓

Now is your chance to take part in our online training designed to address the root causes of serious violence in communities. 💻📲

It provides youth workers, practitioners, and community leaders with essential e-learning modules on knife crime, Joint Enterprise, youth violence, hidden harms, and county lines & exploitation.

Each course is designed to empower trusted adults, increasing their knowledge and equipping them with the skills to support young people in making safer choices.

Those who complete all modules will become a Violence Prevention Ambassador, joining a growing network of over 3️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ trained individuals committed to breaking cycles of violence and building safer, stronger communities.

Sign up via the link in the comments below 👇

13/10/2026

WORKPLACE DOMESTIC ABUSE CHAMPIONS TRAINING 👩‍💼

The workplace can be one of the few areas where victims of domestic abuse feel safe to speak out about what they are going through. 🗣

That’s why we provide free Domestic Abuse Champions Training, so that you have the information required to support your colleagues when they need it most. ✅

Next session:
📆 Tuesday 24th November
⏰ 12.30pm
💻 Online (Microsoft Teams)

Now is your chance to take part… head to the comments to book your place. ⬇

09/10/2026

Over 4️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ students engaged...

This week, we met with students at Newcastle College, giving them an insight into the work of our Violence Reduction Unit and partners to tackle and prevent serious violence.

Students studying criminology and law at the college will begin taking part in a series of e-learning modules through our Violence Prevention Ambassadors Programme, deepening their understanding of the causes of violent crime, the warning signs, and importantly, the help and support available. 💻

And that's just the beginning... Students will hear from guest speakers from a range of backgrounds, carry out their own research, and develop a project to showcase their findings and ideas at an event towards the end of the year.

By engaging with young people, we're creating more opportunities to raise awareness and empower the next generation to explore how violence can be prevented.

Stay tuned for more updates coming soon. 👀

08/10/2026

One week to go...

Now is your chance to sign up to our How Safe Are We? training session designed to help more people spot the signs of vulnerability, reduce risks, and keep others safe. ✅

The online sessions give bar staff, security teams, and venue managers the skills and confidence to:

🔸 Recognise signs of vulnerability
🔸 Assess situations quickly and safely
🔸 Step in and support someone when they need it most.

Our next session is on Friday 16th October 2026.

Sign up to the training in the comments below, or for more information, email [email protected] 👇

06/10/2026

💇‍♀️💅 Calling all hair and beauty industry Professionals... please share!

The conversations you have every day could help someone access vital support…

Our free online Care in the Chair Domestic Abuse Awareness Sessions recognise the trusted relationships built between hairdressers, beauticians, nail technicians and their clients, and how these connections can help people experiencing domestic abuse find the support they need.

You’ll learn more about:
💜 The nature and impact of domestic abuse
💜 How common domestic abuse is in our communities
💜 Responding to disclosures safely and appropriately
💜 Signposting to specialist support services.

📆💻 Upcoming online session:
• 26 October | 10:00am - 11:30am

Register for a place here:
https://northumbria-pcc.gov.uk/.../vawg-training-resources/

01/10/2026

What is Fearless❓

Fearless enables young people to pass on information about crime 100% anonymously.

Check out the below video, or for more information visit their website www.fearless.org

28/09/2026

Great to showcase the success of the Lets Talk SAIL project in Sunderland, and how we're replicating it in other areas. ⬇

25/09/2026

Great to speak with so many students at Freshers Fairs across Northumbria.

It was a fantastic opportunity for students to share their views on safety, crime and the support available, as well as making sure they know where to turn if they ever need help.

Listening to what students have to say helps ensure our approach and resources, including dedicated Project Guardian policing patrols and prevention activity, is targeted to where it can make the greatest impact in communities.

As Susan Dungworth - Northumbria Police & Crime Commissioner said: "Whether you've grown up in the North East or have only just arrived, I hope you’ve had a warm welcome here."

Together, we're creating safer streets and stronger communities for everyone.

Northumbria Police Newcastle University Northumbria University University of Sunderland

23/09/2026

💇‍♀️💅 Calling all hair and beauty industry Professionals... please share! ⬇️