As we reflect on the past year, the Avon and Somerset Violence Reduction Partnership (VRP) is proud to share the collective achievements that have made a tangible difference in our communities. Through unwavering collaboration and a shared commitment to a public health and trauma-informed approach, we’ve reached thousands, offering support, education, and hope.
Knife Crime Awareness Week is a vital national campaign that highlights the devastating impact of knife crime on individuals, families and communities. It reinforces the message that knife crime is a societal issue requiring collective responsibility and action.
As we reflect on another year of challenges, progress, and collaboration, we are proud to
share updates on our ongoing work to prevent violence and create safer communities for
young people across Avon and Somerset.
The Avon and Somerset Violence Reduction Partnership (ASVRP) has helped nearly 19,000 young people this past year through a range of tailored programs aimed at reducing violence in local communities. ASVRP also provided training and support to over 1,600 professionals...
I would like to dedicate this blog to the ‘Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Plan’ draft priorities and consultation.
Since becoming the new Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner, I have heard about the numerous innovative knife crime prevention interventions being delivered across the region.
As we approach the end of another academic year, I would like to use this blog to celebrate the successful interventions our Violence Reduction Partnership spokes and partners have delivered in collaboration with education providers.
Crime Prevention Through Sport Fund is open for applications.
The deadline for applications is Monday 29th July 2024.
Following last month’s elections for the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) I have been delighted to welcome our new PCC, Clare Moody.
Avon and Somerset is a diverse area, encompassing an energetic city, active towns and villages as well as vast open countryside.
Our Avon and Somerset Violence Reduction Partnership (ASVRP) works collaboratively with multiple partners to identify the underlying causes of violence and develop targeted interventions.
First VRP Director’s monthly blog.
Uniting across Avon and Somerset to keep our young people and communities safe from serious violence