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Uniting Against Violence

Uniting Against Violence

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Uniting Against Violence is a podcast about how we can reduce serious youth violence in our communities. ​​It’s made by parents for parents, carers and anyone who wants to understand more and take action.


In this six-part series, we invite a range of guest speakers and parents to look at specific issues related to youth violence – mental health and trauma, conflict, what it’s like for young people, the role of parents and school exclusions.


Each episode includes practical advice, insight, stories and information for people looking for support on these issues.


About us: we are a group of Parent Champions from London’s Violence Reduction Unit (Camden and Islington Boroughs), and Parent Knife Crime Ambassadors from the Parent House, a charity based in Islington, London.


This podcast was co-produced by us (Ashleigh, Aldene, Charlotte, Debbie, Dee, Jessica, Natasha, Sabrina and Victoria) and Sarah from Crux, a conflict resolution and mediation service based in Islington and Camden.


*Some of the issues discussed in the podcast may be triggering, so we encourage you to look after yourself and seek out support if you need it - we all do sometimes.*


This is a huge topic and we couldn’t cover everything and every perspective in 6 episodes, so if you’re thinking we’ve missed something, we encourage you to start more conversations where you are.


Special thanks to:


All of our guest speakers and their organisations, for giving their time and insight.


Our funder: the Mayor of London’s Violence Reduction Unit


Our partners: Islington and Camden Councils, Public Health, The Parent House and Crux


Our editors: Content editing from Sarah Hutt, with sound polishing from Content is Queen


Our venue: King’s House


Our graphic designer: Amelia Hywel-Jones


Our soundtrack writer: Anton Vlasov through Pixabay


And most importantly, you, our listeners.


Together we can unite against violence.




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Episodes
  • The role of parents, the challenges and advice

    The role of parents, the challenges and advice
    Jul 22 2022

    In our final episode of the series, we look at being a parent. If you’re a father, mother or carer of any kind, this episode is packed full of insight and advice - from how Debbie talked about sex with her children, to the role of parents and wider society in reducing youth violence. With Davis Williams from The Manhood Academy Global, we explore:


    • The role of fathers, and parents/carers more generally
    • The challenges facing parents/carers today and advice for overcoming them - including for younger parents
    • Practical ideas and insights into how to strengthen your relationship with and support your child


    Guest speakers


    Davis Williams, The Manhood Academy Global

    Debbie Felix, VRU Parent Champion and Knife Crime Ambassador with The Parent House.


    Useful links


    The Manhood Academy Global


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    32 mins
  • School exclusions: their impact, and what we can do about it

    School exclusions: their impact, and what we can do about it
    Jul 14 2022

    Being excluded can have big consequences for a child or young person. In this episode, we hear about the impact exclusions can have. We get clear on what the rights of the child are and how parents can advocate for their children. We talk to parents whose children have been affected by exclusion, and Sandra Harrison, advocate and educationist.


    Useful links



    Sandra leads San Carl Ltd, a consultancy which aims to support and give guidance on Special Educational Needs and Disability as well as Autism, working with both parents and education institutions.


    Natasha mentions these organisations, which she found helpful:

    • Coram Children's Legal Centre
    • Black Childs Agenda
    • The School Exclusions Project, run by Matrix Barristers Chambers



    Each local authority is required to have a SENDIAS service, who provide information, advice and support for families of SEND children. Find your local council's here.


    Camden Sendias

    Islingtons Sendias



    Just for kids law also provide direct legal support for young people in London.



    Our partners:


    The Mayor of London's Violence Reduction Unit, Islington and Camden Councils, Public Health

    The Parent House

    Crux (mediation and conflict resolution services)


    Transcript available at crux/org.uk/podcasts

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    26 mins
  • Mental health and trauma

    Mental health and trauma
    Jul 7 2022

    In this episode, we focus on how trauma and mental health affect us, our children and our communities. We share advice for looking after our mental health, how you might know if you’re experiencing trauma and where to go if you need support. Plus we look at what could make a difference for young people and reducing violence.


    Guest speakers:


    Kyle Addy, Men In Motion

    Mitchelle Greenaway, Counsellor and Coach, Jigsaw GC

    Ashleigh Jackson, Parent Champion with Camden and Islington’s Violence Reduction Unit, Knife Crime Parent House Ambassador



    This episode was co-produced by Debbie Felix and Sarah Hutt, and the host was Charlotte Keith.


    Useful links


    Jigsaw GC


    Men in motion


    Mental health support in Camden


    Mental health support in Islington


    Our partners:


    The Mayor of London's Violence Reduction Unit, Islington and Camden Councils, Public Health

    The Parent House

    Crux (mediation and conflict resolution services)

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    31 mins
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