Every woman and girl has the right to feel safe and, as both citizens and community leaders, it is PCCs’ responsibility to help ensure they can live their lives freely and without fear. PCCs have been instrumental in delivering change, lobbying for tougher management for the most dangerous abusers, and introducing new protections for victims.

Your Voice Your Police: Streetlight video

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Through a PCC-funded initiative, this women’s led charity aims to end sexual violence against women in prostitution. Hear from Nikolle, a Senior Women’s Support Worker who offers specialist support for women, including late night and day time outreach, counselling and practical care packages.

Your Voice Your Police: Stalking Advocacy Service video

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Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) ensure victims are placed at the heart of decision-making through ensuring their voices are heard and advocating for their rights. They know that victims must be heard and must have a voice in shaping the services they can provide for them. Securing multi-year funding for victims’ services means PCCs can develop longer-term, sustainable approaches to support services, including new innovations.