A £150,000 grant scheme has been launched to support projects promoting healthy relationships among young people.
The funding, made available by West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion, aims to reduce violence against women and girls by tackling harmful behaviours at their root.
The grant is open to organisations delivering education around emotional wellbeing, good communication, and positive relationships.
Mr Campion said: “Supporting young people to understand early on what a healthy relationship looks like – and the signs to be aware of – is incredibly important.
“We know that harm is increasingly being caused to women and girls, disproportionately by men, and it’s vital that action is taken to address it.”
Applications for the grant close at midday on Monday, November 2. Find out more.
The scheme targets a broad group of young people, including those in mainstream education, home educated, not in education, employment or training, or excluded.
Mr Campion said: “As PCC, tackling violence against women and girls is a key commitment within my Safer Communities Plan, and education is one of the most effective ways to make a difference.
“This grant round gives organisations and communities the opportunity to deliver programmes that can have a real impact.”
