White Ribbon UK
Bexley Council recently discussed the distinct roles of White Ribbon ambassadors and champions in preventing male violence against women.
Bexley Council's Finance & Corporate Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed the roles of White Ribbon ambassadors and champions in March 2026. Councillor Mrs June Slaughter MBE sought clarification on why men are designated as ambassadors and women as champions. Lorraine Barlow, Head of HR, explained that White Ribbon accreditation assigns these roles based on the organisation's perspective of the different influences men can exert as role models.
White Ribbon UK is an organisation committed to preventing men's violence against women and girls and promoting positive cultural change. It campaigns to end male violence against women and accredits groups working towards this goal. No further discussions or decisions are currently scheduled regarding this topic.
Key facts
- Bexley Council's Finance & Corporate Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee met on March 25, 2026. Source
- The committee discussed the roles of White Ribbon ambassadors and champions. Source
- Councillor Mrs June Slaughter MBE sought clarification on the roles. Source
- Lorraine Barlow, Head of HR, explained the White Ribbon accreditation assigns roles. Source
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