AM Backs White Ribbon Day

Gwenda Thomas AM is backing a campaign against domestic violence on White Ribbon Day.

Gwenda Thomas AM said: “Alongside the Equalities Minister, Carl Sargeant, and my colleague, Joyce Watson, who is spearheading Welsh Labour’s campaign against domestic violence, I would like to express my support for White Ribbon Day.
“It is imperative that we all make a stand against violence against women and getting men, in particular, to sign up to White Ribbon Day is an important part of that.

“Currently nearly half of all women in the UK experience domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking – that is a terrifying statistic.

“Instances of Elder Abuse against women and men in Wales are also high. The Welsh Assembly Government has launched a three-year Dignity in Care programme which is focused on ensuring that older people are treated with respect and dignity”

“If you are in need of support, please call the Wales Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0800 80 10 800.”