North East Glasgow
November 25th 9.30am - 12.30pm
No Way To Behave: What you need to know about the Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2011
Scotland will soon have the most robust laws in the UK to protect individuals from domestic abuse, stalking or harassing behaviours. This 1/2 day information seminar will explore the newly implemented Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act and how victims can seek protection in law before being subjected to a series of unwanted behaviours. It will also explore the links with legislation brought in under the Criminal Justice and Licensing (Scotland) Act 2010. Speakers include Clare Connelly, Senior Lecturer in Law, Glasgow University, Ann Moulds, Scotland Against Stalking and a speaker from the Crown Office Prosecution Services.
Venue: The Bridge, 1000 Westerhouse Road, Easterhouse
Cost: Free
Organised by: Glasgow Violence Against Women Partnership in conjunction with North East Violence Against Women Implementation Group. This event has been funded by Glasgow City Council Integrated Grant Fund. to book a place contact emma.killin@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
Tuesday 6th December 10.00am - 12.00pm
GEWA Doors Open Day
This event is organised for health professionals in the North East to get behind the scenes, look at what GEWa as an organisation provide for the women that they refer to the service. Dedicated staff including children and young people's workers will be available to talk about the work they do.
Venue: GEWA, 753 Westerhouse Road, Easterhouse, G34 9PB
Cost: Free for all North East Health practioners
Organised by: Glasgow East Womens Aid and North East Glasgow Violence Against Women Implementation Group. This event is funded by Glasgow City Council Integrated Grants Fund.
Tuesday 6th December 10.30am - 1.00pm
Forced Marriage Legislation in Scotland: Your Rights and Responsibilities
Amina Muslim Women's Resource Centre is hosting an information seminar about Forced Marriage and the newly implemented Scottish legislation. Lunch will be served.
Venue: Red Road Family Centre, 94 Red Road, Glasgow, G214TH
Cost: Free. Creche places are limited.
Organised by: Amina Muslim Women's Resource Centre. To book a place contact info@mwrc.org.uk or call 0141 585 8026
Thursday 8th December THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Hands Off
A creative arts project exploring the themes surrounding violence against women. Artist Iseult Timmerman and Flora Alexander will lead 2 sessions for up to 20 women that explore the hand as a powerful visual symbol. The works will be displayed during the event on 8th December and some will also feature as a postcard for future distribution.
Venue: Community Studio, Floor 23, 10 Red Road Court, Glasgow
Cost: Free. There is no creche provision
Organised by: This event was organised by North Glasgow Integration Network in partnership with North East Violence Against Women Implementation Group. This event was funded by Glasgow City Council Integrated Grant Fund. For more detail contact jennysmsith2@sw.glasgow.gov.uk
Gold Stars and Dragon Marks Dates To Be Confirmed
Glasgow East Women's Aid are pleased to present Gold Stars and Dragon Marks the DVD. Based on the drama developed by Baldy Bane Theatre Company, this event will run in 2 primary schools for P4 pupils in the North East of the City. The DVD will be shown follwed by workshops and will explore issues related to bullying, domestic abuse and friendships.
Venue: North East Primary Schools
Cost: Free to North East Primary Schools
Organised By: This event has been organised by North East Violence Against Women Implementation Group and funded by Glasgow City Council Integrated Grant Fund.