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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Every knife surrendered is one less weapon that can cause harm. Partners across West Yorkshire are providing a safe and anonymous way for people in Dewsbury, Halifax, Leeds and Wakefield to surrender knives from 3-28 Aug. Help us reduce weapons circulation www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/resources/kn...

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

A knife bin installation with a woman stood alongside the bin.

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Tackling online Child Sexual Exploitation & Abuse(OCSEA) requires a local and multi-agency approach. Our partnership work with @vp-centre.bsky.social is helping develop resources from frontline insights. 📖 Read more about this work in their latest reports vulnerabilitypolicing.org.uk/publications/

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Publications - Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre

Read the latest publications from the Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre, including our newly-published finding summaries.

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

We work with young people and communities to understand serious violence. Theo took part in our Youth Commission programme @LeadersUnlocked whose #ITookASeat initiative has been recognised by the @cipr.co.uk Excellence Awards for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/vrp/campaigns

Theo took part in our Youth Commission programme @LeadersUnlocked in a white shirt and blue sweater smiling, facing towards camera.

Colleagues Andy and Deren whose work with young people and communities to understand serious violence has been recognised, stood side by side, smiling, facing towards camera.

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Our community leaders programme is a vital part of our work to strengthen communities. Yesterday we celebrated leaders like Ilana and her project ‘Holding Onto Happiness’ on their completion of an Institute of Leadership Management accreditation with Consulting Jones. (1/2)

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Voluntary Action Leeds @volactionleeds.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Dynamic West Yorkshire based VCSE leaders wanted! Join our new West Yorkshire VCSE Advisory Group & influence decisions that matter. Deadline: 13 Feb 2026 Find out more👉https://ow.ly/gffZ50Y16Jm #SocialImpact #VCSELeadership

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

The latest group of Community Leaders are preparing to showcase their co produced projects as part of our ongoing programme. They hold the trust and confidence of local people, vital to changing attitudes and behaviours on big issues, like knife crime. ow.ly/7h9M50XKPKl #WestYorkshire

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Community Leaders West Yorkshire (CLWY) @clwestyorks.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

All Community Leaders West Yorkshire (CLWY) members have been through a specialist Community Leader Programme and earned an Institute of Leadership & Management recognised qualification. This is what sets our network apart from other local networks. #networking #westyorkshire #vrp

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Spiking, harassment, image-based abuse- these behaviours disproportionately affect women and girls. That’s why in West Yorkshire our Youth Commissioners are helping to change attitudes & behaviours, shaping our partnership response. ow.ly/O3Gq50XyXfY #16DaysOfActivism

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I took a seat for my younger self

Alyssa was sexually harassed in broad daylight by a group of men. Now, she’s joined the Youth Commission to challenge the normalisation of harassment and teach respect.

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

This week we’re supporting the national #OpSceptre campaign to tackle knife crime. In West Yorkshire, we’re working with partners & communities to change attitudes and behaviours, educating young people on the dangers. Here’s Leon’s story 👇 www.youtube.com/shorts/vvzRB...

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Leon from West Yorkshire shares his story on Knife Crime

YouTube video by West Yorkshire Combined Authority

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Community Leaders West Yorkshire (CLWY) @clwestyorks.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

What is Community Leaders West Yorkshire (CLWY)?

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Don’t forget, there is still time to join our amazing network of community leaders! You’ll be trained free of charge to become a local ambassador gaining new skills and knowledge. Sign up before Sunday 27th July ow.ly/QZXZ50WveFC

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Barca-Leeds @barca-leeds.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Down to our final few places left on our #HealthyHolidays2025 activities. Get booked on and come join the fun this Summer! Spaces available: Outdoor play session on 5 and 12 August Bramley community activity session on 13 and 20 August Book your place:

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Healthy Holidays Leeds

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

One year on since our 'Child First' launch 🚀 Here’s how we've put them at the heart of our decision-making: 📢Created a Framework & Network 🏴 Set up a national delivery group 📰Featured in Child of the North Report 👩‍👦Hosted the Children’s Commissioner ow.ly/KIrF50Wr6FB

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Can you help us in our work to support the safety of women and girls? We're inviting expressions of interest to deliver an important education programme 🏫 👇 Deadline: 5pm 4th Aug www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/policing-and...

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Barca-Leeds @barca-leeds.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

Yesterday we attended a Youth Voice event at Leeds Civic Hall, bringing the voice of children and Child First principles together to influence the system and improve outcomes for children and young people. #YoungVoiceLeeds @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social @leedscitycouncil.bsky.social

Attendees of the Leeds Youth Voice event on 30 June 2025 sat around tables while the presentation begins

Agenda for the Youth Voice event at Leeds Civic Hall on 30 June 2025

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Melody, @clwestyorks.bsky.social is founder of Music Box - Inspiring Voices CIC, an innovative music programme connecting young people to the creative arts. Join the June celebrations at their Baildon home. 📅 Saturday, 14 June ⏰ 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM 📍 Music Box CIC, Otley Road ow.ly/efpb50W4YBs

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yorkshiredance.bsky.social @yorkshiredance.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Are you aged 10-18 living in Seacroft? Come along to Yorkshire Dance Youth for free weekly dance sessions! We will be creating a piece over the next 7 weeks to perform at We Art Seacroft on 26 July. Sessions take place every Wednesday at Kentmere Community Centre in Seacroft from 5.00pm to 6.30pm.

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

There are always choices and consequences when it comes to knife crime 🔪 We’ve collaborated with Sam Teale Productions and Kirklees on a short film ‘Knives Claim Lives’ to educate young people 👇 #KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek westyorks-ca.gov.uk/knifesafety

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Basis Yorkshire @basisyorkshire.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

We're hiring! 📣 Join our Young People team: We are looking for a Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Specialist (Girls and Gangs). Deadline: 6 June (midday) Find out more: buff.ly/fmHyu1E #Leeds #Charity #CharityJobs

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

What is it like to work as an Independent Advocate? Kate from our staff team talks about her #advocacy work, what a typical day is like for her and what she likes about her role in this video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmRT...

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Working With Us: Kate's Story

YouTube video by The Advonet Group

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Our West Yorkshire Youth Commissioners are working with us to tackle important issues like #knife crime. See their latest campaign sharing their own stories to help change attitudes and behaviours across communities 👇 ow.ly/EOPH50VxZym #itookaseat

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

We're working to make West Yorkshire 'trauma informed and responsive' by 2030! Our 'Knowledge Exchange' with West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership marks another step towards our goal. See what we're doing to drive change together👇📺 #Community #PublicHealth www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0iO...

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A Trauma Informed West Yorkshire Makes Us Stronger

YouTube video by West Yorkshire Combined Authority

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Healthwatch Leeds @healthwatchleeds.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

We are supporting #WorldAutismAcceptanceMonth because we believe that health and care services should be more aware of autistic people's health and care experiences. We would also like to help raise awareness of autism and the services in Leeds that are available to help. #WAAM25

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Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire @mayorofwy.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

We’re prioritising children in our decision making. It was great to welcome the Children’s Commissioner for England @Rachel_deSouza to discuss our Child First approach and pioneering work to keep young people safe. Read more about this work: westyorks-ca.gov.uk/policing-and...

Group picture, including the Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin and Alison Lowe, the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime.

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Ever felt the pressure at a party to do something you shouldn’t? Kabir took a seat on our Youth Commission to share his experiences around drugs & gangs, putting others on the right path. ow.ly/9kQ750VogGt #Drugs #Gangs #Safespace #Itookaseat

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Oasis Bradford Community Space @oasisbd8community.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

We will be hosting his fabulous course at our Community Space at #OasisL;sterPark #Childcarecourse Contact Saiqa for details

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Together, we’re building a trauma-informed and responsive system by 2030 in West Yorkshire. Join the Trauma and Adversity Knowledge exchange for insights from leading experts and best practice. 🗓️ Tues, 25 March 2025, Thurs, 27 March 2025 📍 Online 💻 westyorkshireknowledgeexchange.co.uk

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Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire @mayorofwy.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Got a question about our plans to build a stronger, brighter region? Talk to us about the issues that matter for you at our next Mayor’s Question Time event. 📍CAPA College, Wakefield 📅19 March, 1930-2100 Register for your free place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-yorks...

Tracy Brabin, the Mayor of West Yorkshire sat down having a conversation.

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Meet Caleb, he was a victim of knife crime. By ‘taking a seat’ on our West Yorkshire Youth Commission, he is helping to change attitudes and behaviours. Find out more ➡️ ow.ly/w5LU50Vgjr6 #WYVRP #ITookASeat

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West Yorkshire Youth Commission: I took a seat for... the black community

YouTube video by West Yorkshire Combined Authority

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

The latest edition of our newsletter is out! It features:- 🚀 West Yorkshire's latest Police and Crime Plan 🪑 Our brand new 'I took a seat' campaign 🗓️Bradford's Anti-Violence Month 🏘️ The launch of a Community Leaders Network and much more 👀👇 ow.ly/Iikg50Va2nY

Young people of West Yorkshire Take a Seat on tackling serious violence

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Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire @mayorofwy.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

Ramadan Mubarak! Wishing everyone observing Ramadan a joyful and blessed month.

Three lanterns. On top of the image is text that says Ramadan Mubarak.

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Our ‘Community Leader’ Laura @BarcaLeeds is steering young people away from crime and on positive creative paths like podcasting. Her engagement in schools is helping to change attitude & behaviours on crucial issues like knife crime. #WYVRP #YouthSupport

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Hello 👋, We’re #NewOnBluesky and all about developing a safe West Yorkshire for all in partnership with communities. Learn more about our work 👇 ow.ly/OrmG50V0ju4

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yorkshirementor.bsky.social @yorkshirementor.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Knife crime - VR headset workshops!!!! Some of the feedback today from students. Listening to the perspectives and views of students is imperative in this space. #studentfeedback #evaluations #testimonies 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽

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Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire @mayorofwy.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

The vast majority (86%) of young women in the UK have experienced sexual harassment in public. It’s not banter, it’s not harmless, it’s not okay. So #JustDont To anyone affected by sexual abuse or sexual violence, please know that you are not alone. Help is available & you will be believed #SASVAW

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At the bottom of the image is text that says "86% of young women in the UK have experienced sexual harassment in public - it's not banter, it's not harmless, it's not okay.

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yorkshirementor.bsky.social @yorkshirementor.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

VR headset sessions now being booked for schools, colleges a d APs. We are at Thornhill Academy today. #earlyintervention #knifefree

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West Yorkshire VRP @westyorkshirevrp.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

It was my safe place to get back to martial arts… Hear Caz’s story about her journey of support with @kaneacademy 🥋🥊 We’re helping victims and survivors of domestic abuse through our many community interventions. #ITSNOTOK ow.ly/hIAA50USaEQ

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