Equation Launch Young People’s Film Club
Following on from the success of our award-winning Reel Equality Film Club, Equation are now reaching out to younger audiences with our film club Reel Respect.Similar to Reel Equality, Reel Respect aim to show great movies that challenge gender stereotypes, whilst...
The Domestic Abuse Act
We'll be updating this page with updates on the Domestic Abuse Act as we are aware of them. If you have any questions or comments about this page, please email communications@equation.org.uk.Latest updates13th October 2021 - There has been an amendment to...
We’ve won the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
We have some exciting news to share - we're thrilled to announce that we've been awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. Equation were nominated to win the award by 2020 High Sherriff Dame Elizabeth Fradd and out of the thousands of nominated charities,...
‘Homes Under the Hammer’ marathon fundraiser gathers national interest
At 10am on Sunday 16th May, a man began a long journey – without leaving his sofa. Weeks before, Liam Kirk had discovered a channel that streamed nothing but back-to-back episodes of BBC daytime TV cult favourite Homes Under the Hammer. The property renovation show...
Equation’s Statement on the Domestic Abuse Act
On April 29th 2021, the Domestic Abuse Bill passed both Houses of Parliament and was signed into law becoming the Domestic Abuse Act. The Act is now law and will begin to be implemented across criminal justice systems and agencies later this year. The majority of the...
National Stalking Awareness Week 2021 – Unmasking Stalking
19th- 23rd April is National Stalking Awareness Week. 1.5 million people experience stalking each year. During the first lockdown, National Stalking Advocacy service Paladin reported a 40% increase in requests for help; and with so many ways of communicating,...
Professor Dame Elizabeth Fradd DBE DL finishes her year supporting Equation as High Sheriff of Nottingham
Dame Liz Fradd was appointed High Sheriff of Nottingham last April - the first High Sheriff to be installed over video due to Covid. Throughout her year-long appointment, Liz has helped to raise over £23,000 for Equation’s work to prevent and reduce the harm caused by...
Domestic Abuse Campaign aimed at Friends and Family Launched in Notts
As the easing of lockdown begins in the UK, many survivors of domestic abuse are likely to reach out to trusted friends and family for support. Would you know how to help a friend? As lockdown restrictions ease from March 8th, survivors of abuse who have been...
Online Safety & Covid-19: Practical Guidance for Schools
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted everyone’s daily lives in many ways. From conference calls to home schooling, the use of technology and online platforms has become a greater part of our everyday routines. For schools, this unique situation offers increased...
Notts charity launches #SpeakOutToHelpOut campaign for International Men’s Day 2020
Local charity Equation launch their #Speak out to help out campaign this International Men’s Day to tackle domestic abuse and mental health issues facing men in Notts. Equation’s Domestic Abuse Service for Men (which serves Nottingham City and County), received 1212...
How Male Allies can Help to Make Women Safe
Men of Nottingham! You can help to keep local women safe. Nearly 90% of survivors of domestic and sexual violence are women. 9 in 10 perpetrators of abuse against women are men. Not all men are violent towards women, but all men can help stop...
Back to School: Impacts on Children and Young People Exposed to Domestic Abuse during COVID-19
This year’s Back to School season has been like no other. It goes without saying that the implications of social distancing, fears of another lockdown and concerns about catching up on lost lesson time have brought many challenges for schools and young people...
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