Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Conference for Armagh
This conference will bring together advocates, and local organisations to raise awareness
Armagh City, Banbridge, and Craigavon Borough Council is hosting the upcoming Ending Violence Against Women & Girls Conference - It's In Your Hands as part of its ongoing campaign to end violence against women and girls.
This conference will bring together experts, advocates, and local organisations to raise awareness and drive meaningful action in the fight against violence towards women and girls.
Event content
The event will feature inspiring keynote speakers, insightful discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.
Attendees will explore challenges, solutions, and collective actions to create safer communities, change attitudes and ultimately to help end this violence.
Speakers Include:
- Councillor Sarah Duffy, Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon.
- Dr. Ngozi Anyadike-Danes - Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Ulster University, part of the research team behind ‘Every Voice Matters!’
- Marcella Leonard MBE - Expert in safeguarding, sexual violence, and trauma.
Why attend?
- Engage with experts on tackling gender-based violence.
- Network with professionals across community, business and statutory sectors.
- Learn about innovative strategies and resources for prevention and support.
- Contribute to shaping local responses and strategies to protect women and girls in our communities.
This event is for professionals and organisations dedicated to ending violence against women and girls, including community and voluntary organisations, statutory bodies and public services, businesses and corporate representatives, and individuals working in or passionate about gender equality and social justice.
Event details
Date: Monday 31 March 2025
Time: 9:30am to 4pm
Venue: Armagh City Hotel
Cost: Free
First published 13 March 2025