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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

1 week ago

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers #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

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers #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 week 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

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 weeks ago

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers
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.#ohac #womensaidorkney #nhsorkney #orkneyislandscouncil #orsas … See MoreSee Less

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers
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.#ohac #womensaidorkney #nhsorkney #orkneyislandscouncil #orsas

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

4 weeks 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

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

4 weeks ago

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers #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

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers #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

4 weeks 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
#ohac #womensaidorkney #nhsorkneymaternity #nhsorkney #orsas #orkneyislandscouncil … See MoreSee Less

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
#ohac #womensaidorkney #nhsorkneymaternity #nhsorkney #orsas #orkneyislandscouncil

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

4 weeks ago

Please remember that although the office will be closed, you are not alone!

If you’re in need of support, information or advice outside of our office hours…

Call 999 if you are in danger.

Scotland’s 24 hour Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline can provide information, advice or support at any time of day.

Call: Scotland’s 24 hour Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline on 0800 027 1234

Email: helpline@sdafmh.org.uk

Or visit: sdafmh.org.uk

Your Right to be Safe

Anyone could be at risk from domestic abuse and everyone has the right to be safe and free from abuse. So, if it is happening to you, remember you are not to blame, and you are not alone. You can get free and confidential support from Women’s Aid Orkney.

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Orkney Partnership for Action Against Gender Based Violence and Abuse

4 weeks ago

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers #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

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers #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

WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) includes a broad range of actions that harm women and girls because of their gender. This encompasses physical, sexual, and psychological violence in the family, community, or institutions, and includes domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and exploitation.
Have you had experience of violence in any of its forms?
Please share your experience and views in our anonymous survey. You also have the opportunity to win either £25, £50 or £100 worth of shopping vouchers #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. saferorkney.com/ … See MoreSee Less

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