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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

4 days ago

International Women's Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women's advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about gender equality. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, that's what makes IWD so inclusive.
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International Womens Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting womens advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about gender equality. Celebrate womens achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, thats what makes IWD so inclusive.
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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

5 days ago

The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting FREE Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk … See MoreSee Less

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

6 days ago

International Women's Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women's advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about gender equality. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, that's what makes IWD so inclusive.
youtu.be/AKWjIWJzT7Q?si=-TxaXLFFtRUnoNkR … See MoreSee Less

International Womens Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting womens advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about gender equality. Celebrate womens achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, thats what makes IWD so inclusive.
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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

1 month ago

Your voice matters.
Have you ever felt unsafe, controlled, harassed or harmed because you are a woman or girl?
By taking part in this anonymous survey, you can help shape future support and services for women and girls in Orkney.
Completely anonymous
Takes around 2 minutes
Chance to win £25, £50 or £100 in shopping vouchers

Violence against women and girls can take many forms – including emotional abuse, coercive control, sexual harassment and domestic abuse. You don’t need to label your experience to take part
You don’t have to share details you’re uncomfortable with, and you don’t need to have used any services to take part. #ohac #womensaidorkney #nhsorkney #orkneyislandscouncil #orsas
To access the survey, click:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/OrkneyVAWG

This research is being conducted by Social Value Lab on behalf of Women’s Aid Orkney and other Partners in Orkney. … See MoreSee Less

Your voice matters.
Have you ever felt unsafe, controlled, harassed or harmed because you are a woman or girl?
By taking part in this anonymous survey, you can help shape future support and services for women and girls in Orkney.
Completely anonymous
Takes around 2 minutes
Chance to win £25, £50 or £100 in shopping vouchers

Violence against women and girls can take many forms – including emotional abuse, coercive control, sexual harassment and domestic abuse. You don’t need to label your experience to take part
You don’t have to share details you’re uncomfortable with, and you don’t need to have used any services to take part. #ohac #womensaidorkney #nhsorkney #orkneyislandscouncil #orsas
To access the survey, click:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OrkneyVAWG

This research is being conducted by Social Value Lab on behalf of Women’s Aid Orkney and other Partners in Orkney.

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

1 month ago

FREE TRAINING! The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting free Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk … See MoreSee Less

FREE TRAINING! The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting free Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

1 month ago

FREE TRAINING! The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting free Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk … See MoreSee Less

FREE TRAINING! The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting free Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

1 month ago

FREE TRAINING! The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting free Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk … See MoreSee Less

FREE TRAINING! The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting free Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

1 month ago

FREE TRAINING! The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting free Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk … See MoreSee Less

FREE TRAINING! The Orkney Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership are hosting free Personal Safety Training for Women, facilitated by the Scottish Centre for Personal Safety.
This full-day course provides women with practical self-defence skills alongside comprehensive theory, with plenty of opportunity for questions, discussion and tailored advice. Adaptations can be made to ensure the course is accessible for participants with disabilities.

This course is highly beneficial for frontline workers or staff who may work alone or enter homes and other vulnerable situations as part of their role.

It is a multi-award-winning, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed Personal Safety course, combining expert-led theory with hands-on self-defence training.

Sessions are available on:

8th April 2026: 0930-1630
9th April 2026: 0930-1630

You can book a ticket through the OPPC Ticket Tailor portal here:

8th April 2026: Select tickets – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993305

9th April 2026: Select tickets – https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publicprotectiontraining/1993248

For any questions please contact Jayne Smith-Saville: jayne.smith-saville@womensaidorkney.org.uk

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

2 months ago

Your voice matters.
Have you ever felt unsafe, controlled, harassed or harmed because you are a woman or girl?
By taking part in this anonymous survey, you can help shape future support and services for women and girls in Orkney.
Completely anonymous
Takes around 2 minutes
Chance to win £25, £50 or £100 in shopping vouchers

Violence against women and girls can take many forms – including emotional abuse, coercive control, sexual harassment and domestic abuse. You don’t need to label your experience to take part
You don’t have to share details you’re uncomfortable with, and you don’t need to have used any services to take part. #ohac #womensaidorkney #nhsorkney #orkneyislandscouncil #orsas
To access the survey, click:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/OrkneyVAWG

This research is being conducted by Social Value Lab on behalf of Women’s Aid Orkney and other Partners in Orkney. … See MoreSee Less

Your voice matters.
Have you ever felt unsafe, controlled, harassed or harmed because you are a woman or girl?
By taking part in this anonymous survey, you can help shape future support and services for women and girls in Orkney.
Completely anonymous
Takes around 2 minutes
Chance to win £25, £50 or £100 in shopping vouchers

Violence against women and girls can take many forms – including emotional abuse, coercive control, sexual harassment and domestic abuse. You don’t need to label your experience to take part
You don’t have to share details you’re uncomfortable with, and you don’t need to have used any services to take part. #ohac #womensaidorkney #nhsorkney #orkneyislandscouncil #orsas
To access the survey, click:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OrkneyVAWG

This research is being conducted by Social Value Lab on behalf of Women’s Aid Orkney and other Partners in Orkney.

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