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WNSS is a partnership between, Leeds Women’s Aid, Women & Girls Alliance Leeds, Women Friendly Leeds. It was created in response to experiences and wishes of women, offering emotional and practical support for any safety or health concerns during weekend nights in Leeds city centre.
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Situation
97% of women believe that ‘being a woman’ affects their personal safety and almost two-thirds feel unsafe when out in Leeds after dark with half ‘always’ or ‘often’ feeling unsafe in Leeds city centre at night (WFL 2021.) From the Women’s Rough Sleeping census, we know women are sleeping rough or walking around all night because of feelings of safety and are more likely to be mobile using different locations. 56% of these women need access to Domestic Abuse & Sexual Violence support services.
Solution
Women’s Night Safe Space has supported 1,293 women since November 2022 showing its crucial role in solving these problems. Our high experienced team will provide; •A highly visible consistent safe service •Meaningful, person-centred, confidential support •Healthcare provision •Refuge from unsafe situations and advice •Help reporting incidents •Accessible after care •Community development opportunities to raise awareness and build allyship for women and girls
