The Kurdish Community Centre in St Anns was host to the first set of personal safety classes organised by St Anns Safer Neighbourhoods team and Haringey Council, to help reduce fear and the perception of crime. Up to 17 women, aged between 13 and 46, attended the 2 hour classes over a number of weeks. The classe's involved theory based discussions behind staying safe and personal awareness, as well as practical techniques.
The classes, which were targeted at females from the age of 13 years, ran throughout January and February . Sgt Tim Hannah of St Anns Safer Neighbourhoods team, said: "In the summer it was identified that a section of the community, especially females felt wary about using public transport in the local area and about walking home. We have been working hard to put together these classes with an excellent instructor and believe that this is a great way to learn how to stay safe in your local neighbourhood, as well promoting personal health."
All the feedback was positive. The majority of the women who attended were very positive about the skills learnt from the classes. Further courses are due to take place in a number of venues in St Anns and Harringay wards for March and April.
One participant says: We want more Training! Please let us all know if that's possible… Great Course Karen T
Another way says: I'm writing to thank you for the course of self defence. It was excellent. Sev was a wonderful teacher and the two community police women were superb and extremely helpful with advice. I will certainly mention it to neighbours to see if any women are interested as it was so worthwhile. If there is ever a follow-up course, I would be very keen to attend. Best wishes. Aoife
Friday 19 February 2010
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