Camden Council is developing its first Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Strategy for 2026 to 2029, focused on stopping abuse before it happens.
The strategy includes working with schools to challenge harmful attitudes and build awareness. It also promises earlier intervention by equipping frontline staff to spot warning signs and provide timely support.
Cllr Pat Callaghan, cabinet member for safer communities, said: “Everyone deserves to feel safe at home and out in the community, however we know there is much work to be done around safety for women and girls.
“Our Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy makes clear that the responsibility lies not on women to change their behaviour, but with all of us – every individual, every community, every institution to challenge the attitudes that enable abuse. We want to break the cycle and prevent this behaviour from happening, ensuring women and girls in Camden can thrive.”
The consultation runs until March 22. Anyone who wishes to comment can share their views via the consultation webpage at https://camdenvawgstrategy.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/v3/vawg-consultation-survey?step=step1.
