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Yellow Door Celebrates 40 Years of Supporting Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Abuse

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Yellow Door, a charity supporting thousands of young people and victims of domestic and sexual abuse, marks 40 years of service. What started as a rape crisis service has evolved into a comprehensive organization offering prevention and support interventions to those affected by domestic and sexual abuse. CEO Nicci King emphasizes the charity's continued growth and focus on tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG).

Key Takeaways:

  • Yellow Door has developed a range of prevention and support interventions for those affected by domestic and sexual abuse, including a STAR project and Peer Heroes program.
  • The charity works with around 9,000 schoolchildren every year, promoting healthy relationships and awareness of VAWG among young people.
  • Nicci King highlights the importance of TV programs like Adolescence in raising awareness of domestic and sexual abuse issues and promoting responsibility in addressing them.
  • Yellow Door's services have seen an increase in reporting and referrals after COVID-19, and the charity believes this is a sign of growing confidence in people coming forward to seek help.
  • To mark 40 years, a special film showcasing the charity's work is in production, and several networking events, including a carol service, are planned for the year ahead.
  • Scott Willis, head of service development, emphasizes the significance of prevention and education in addressing domestic and sexual abuse, particularly among young people.

Statistics:

  • Yellow Door works with approximately 9,000 schoolchildren every year.
  • The charity's services have seen an increase in reporting and referrals after COVID-19.
  • Yellow Door supports thousands of young people and victims of domestic and sexual abuse.

Sources:

  • "Charity wants 'urgent answers' over missing evidence in sexual offence cases" (no date)
  • Newsquest (no date)
  • Scott Willis, Head of Service Development, Yellow Door (quoted in the article)
  • Nicci King, CEO, Yellow Door (quoted in the article)
  • Yellow Door website (referenced in the article)

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