International Women’s Day
08 March 2022
We will help forge a gender equal world. #BreakTheBias
International Women’s Day
08 March 2022
For International Women's Day, Doorway are holding flower drawing sessions in our drop-in and, of course, there will be cake too! ? If you are a client of Doorway, please feel free to come along, it would be great to see you ? The Doorway Team x
International Women’s Day #BreakTheBias
08 March 2022
Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness against bias. Take action for equality.
Supporting NO MORE Week………
07 March 2022
NO MORE Week is an annual, international opportunity to come together to raise awareness of domestic abuse and sexual violence, inspiring individuals, organisations, and communities to make change. NO MORE Week runs from Sunday 6th to Saturday 12th March 2022, coinciding with International Women’s Day on 8th March. This year, everyone is invited to #JoinTheChorus, and use your collective voice to end domestic and sexual violence. UK Says No More will stand alongside global sister campaigns, including NO MORE in the US and Australia Says No More, with the aim of sharing resources and information around domestic abuse and sexual violence and demonstrating how we can all take action to create a difference.
Supporting International Sex Workers’ Rights Day………ahead of tomorrow………
02 March 2022
In 2001, over 25,000 sex workers gathered in India for a festival, despite efforts from prohibitionist groups, who tried to prevent it taking place by pressuring the government to revoke their permit. The event was organised by Durbar Mahila Samanwaya Committee, a Calcutta-based group, that has over 50,000 sex worker members, and members of their communities. Sex worker groups across the world have subsequently celebrated 3rd March as International Sex Workers’ Rights Day.
Becoming Trauma Informed Awareness Training
23 February 2022
Day one of two, led by our trainer Kirsty, on behalf of One Small Thing. Some truly alarming statistics - thought-provoking to say the least - alongside helpful definitions; discussions around threats, triggers & toxic stress; plus welcome opportunity to discuss & debate. Here's what some of my colleagues thought.........
Women’s Aid : ‘Too into You’
16 February 2022
"For Valentine’s Day, Women’s Aid launched an interesting campaign called ‘Too into You,’ targeting young women aged 18-25 experiencing intimate partner violence. They released a fact sheet based on their research, which found that 1 in 6 young women experienced coercive control and 3 in 4 were sexually coerced by their ex or current male partner. The research also found that young women were less likely to access support, with 50% not aware of specialist support such as ours. " Lydia Davies, Women's Specialist Practitioner.
Up to 1 in 50 adults in the UK pose a sexual threat to children… what are you doing about it?…
14 February 2022
"In a time when the pressures on young people around sexuality, healthy relationships and personal safety seem to be forever changing and increasing, it is important that The Magdalene Group's offering of support and education is both adaptable and flexible. The Trustees received an update at their last meeting on the work of the Jigsaw strand of the charity's operation. This dynamic and thought provoking programme delivers interactive sessions to schools and trainer sessions to teachers aimed at providing a better understanding of consent, sexual harassment, impacts of social media and combating the messaging, often violent and abusive, from internet pornography. As with our other streams of work, The Magdalene Group is fortunate to have dedicated and enthusiastic staff to take this agenda forward." Lucy Macleod, Trustee
Supporting Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week…….
11 February 2022
"As Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week draws to a close, I thought I would summarise the topics the Doorway team have touched upon on our Twitter. These include: • The need to acknowledge Adult Sexual Exploitation in policy and legislation • Increased police-recorded sexual offences in 2021 • Increased risk of sexual violence among multiple disadvantage women, including minority populations • 'Deserving/Undeserving victims and victim-blaming of sex workers • Reasons why sex workers do not report to the police. If you would like to read more, check out our Twitter." Lydia Davies, Women's Specialist Practitioner
Supporting Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week…….
09 February 2022