'We deserve to feel safe' - South Shields charity organises annual walk to raise awareness of women's safety
The Lift the Curfew Walk takes place every year, organised by Bright Futures Young Womens Project, a charity that aims to empower young women across South Tyneside to achieve greatness by giving them a brighter future.
An annual walk to highlight women’s safety during the winter months will take place in South Shields next month.
The Lift the Curfew Walk takes place every year, organised by Bright Futures Young Womens Project, a charity that aims to empower young women across South Tyneside to achieve greatness by giving them a brighter future.
The walk will start at 5:30pm on Wednesday, November 18, and participants will meet at 459 John Williamson Street.
The route will take walkers through West Park before returning to the HUB for a hot chocolate and refreshments.
The charity, via social media, said: “Join us for our annual Lift the Curfew Walk to raise awareness of the dark nights campaign and highlight the reality that so many women still don’t feel safe walking alone after dark .
“No woman should have to change her route, share her location, carry her keys between her fingers, or feel anxious simply because it’s dark outside.
“We deserve to feel safe, free and confident in our communities, whatever the time of day or night!”