Weston College and University Centre Weston have become White Ribbon Accredited in recognition of their commitment to preventing harassment, abuse and violence against women and girls.
Weston College and University Centre Weston (UCW) are proud to announce that they have become White Ribbon Accredited organisations, demonstrating a shared commitment to ending men’s violence against women and girls. By aligning with White Ribbon UK, the leading charity engaging men and boys to challenge gender-based violence the College and UCW are reinforcing their dedication to fostering safe, respectful, and inclusive environments for all.
As White Ribbon Accredited organisations, Weston College and UCW will deliver a comprehensive multi-year action plan to transform staff culture, strengthen internal systems, and positively influence the wider communities they serve. Accreditation provides an opportunity to ensure their campuses are safe spaces for everyone and to empower staff and students to become changemakers who actively challenge misogyny, sexism, and harmful attitudes whenever they arise.
Actions being taken as part of the accreditation include the development of a Domestic Abuse Policy for employees, appointing White Ribbon Ambassadors across departments to champion positive behaviours, and raising awareness through community engagement, training and partnership work.
As part of this commitment, Weston College Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager, Jason Selormey, has been selected as one of 16 White Ribbon Ambassadors featured in a national photography exhibition by acclaimed photographer Claudia Janke. The exhibition launches today (25 November) on White Ribbon Day at centre:mk in Milton Keynes and runs throughout the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
Jason said:
“I believe it’s our duty to create a world where women feel safe, heard, and respected. Speaking up is one way we can all contribute to change.”
From 25 November, Weston College and UCW will be sharing Jason’s portrait and story across their channels, encouraging staff, students, and the wider community to amplify the message and make the White Ribbon Promise: never to use, excuse, or remain silent about men’s violence against women.
The White Ribbon UK Team said:
“White Ribbon Accredited Organisations can make a real difference towards ending violence against women by promoting a culture of respect and equality among their staff and wider communities. By raising awareness among employees, people can learn how to become allies and call out violent and abusive behaviour when they see it. We are delighted to welcome Weston College and University Centre Weston as White Ribbon Accredited Organisations and are looking forward to working with them towards ending violence against women once and for all.”
