Personal Safety Classes

Personal safety classes launched

St Ann's was host to the first set of personal safety classes organised by St Ann's 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, which involved theory based discussions behind staying safe and personal awareness, as well as practical techniques.

The classes, taught by fully qualified instructor Sev Necati, were targeted at females from the age of 13 years and ran throughout January and ended on 28 January. The next set of classes started on 2 February.

Sgt Tim Hannah of St Ann's 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. Following liaison with the council and partners, funding was secured and we were able to employ the services of an excellent instructor. The general feedback has gone to show that these classes are a great way to learn how to stay safe in your local neighbourhood, as well promoting personal health.“

Sev Necati, Class Instructor, said:

"The women and girls that attended each week said they had become more aware and more confident. The majority's self-esteem and confidence had increased and their fears of violence and bullying had been reduced"

Cllr Nilgun Canver, Cabinet Member for Enforcement and Community Safety, said:

“This is a really valuable initiative to help women feel safe.

“Fear of crime can have a real impact on people’s lives.

“These classes aim to give residents greater confidence as well as teaching them how they can look after themselves if they are confronted.”

All women who attended were very positive about the skills learnt from the classes. One woman said:

"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."

College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London work in partnership with Sev Necati Training

Sev was first introduced to CONEL through The Metropolitan Police where she has undertaken extensive work with the Safer Neighbourhood Teams and the Gangs Team.  Her work is supported and endorsed by the police and CONEL have been keen to keep the relationship going because of the positive impact it has on learners at the college.

Learners at the College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London learn how to keep themselves and their belongings safe around College and on the street as well as practical techniques.

"Good informative session with lots of interactions for the learners.  Opportunities for question and answer.  Up to date information with lots of good tips for safety.”

O’Sullivan, Curriculum Manager

Feedback from learners has likewise been overwhelmingly positive. Amongst the anonymous comments received, many commented not only on how helpful the sessions had been, but also how enjoyable.

Comments from learners:

“The skills that we have learnt to defend ourselves and the importance of self-awareness.”

“How to handle situations where you might be in danger.”

“I liked that all my questions were answered and we got to role play.”

“Very useful information the trainer was great.”

“How to deal with a person when aggressive.”

“Made me think of how I would deal with situations I may face.”

“Sev is a wonderful coach.”

“Informative information, learnt simple techniques to defend myself.”

“This session was effective because it teaches me about self-awareness and how to be safe.”

“Very clear, good speaker, empowering, group and teacher interaction physical and role play!”

“The honesty and realness.”

“I learnt a lot.”

“Informative, but precise, key points high lightened.”

“Sev was a really good teacher she has given me a lot of confidence.”

"Very good session.  Sev was able to adapt her session to meet the expectations of this particular group of students.  The students were active participants and were able to ask questions related to their current and prospective work experience."

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