It Starts With Men – support White Ribbon Day

This year’s theme is ‘It Starts With Men’. Violence against women and girls is rooted in harmful masculine norms. Starting with men, we must address the attitudes and behaviours that contribute to a fear of violence for women in their everyday lives.

Positive action by Oswestry Town Council led to it achieving White Ribbon accreditation for another three years last month.

To mark White Ribbon Day on Monday, 25 November and its 16 days of action, the council will be raising awareness of the campaign and the support available, encouraging local people to sign the White Ribbon Promise to never use, excuse or remain silent about men’s violence against women, and to wear a White Ribbon as a symbol of support.

The Mayor of Oswestry Councillor Mike Isherwood said: “Every woman and girl in our town should live the lives they want without fear of violence and harassment. We should all take responsibility for making this happen. 

“I am asking people to find out more about the campaign and pledge support, and for local organisations of all sizes to support the campaign. Together we can bring about change.”

Information and White Ribbons will be available at The Guildhall reception from Monday, 25 November until Tuesday, 10 December. There will be a stall at Bailey Head on Wednesday, 27 November from 10am to 2pm with information and ribbons. Information and ribbons will also be shared by local groups and organisations supporting White Ribbon.