The programme encompasses a series of e-learning modules to increase awareness around the impact of knife crime, joint enterprise, gangs and youth violence, and hidden harms.
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Knife Crime Awareness: This course has a key focus on understanding the causes and effects of knife crime, including strategies for prevention, and signposting additional support.
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Joint Enterprise: This module sets out to demystify this complex topic by addressing common misconceptions, awareness of the legal framework and the consequences of participating in a criminal act.
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Gangs and Youth Violence: This course provides a comprehensive overview of gangs and youth violence, helping learners understand what gangs are, what they do, the role of women and girls, and the work done to prevent recruitment.
- Hidden Harm: This module helps learners understand the cycle of events around parental substance misuse, mental health and domestic abuse, as well as highlighting how to spot signs of harm.
- County Lines and Exploitation: This course explains what County Lines are, how criminal groups recruit and exploit children and vulnerable adults, the signs that someone may be at risk, and practical support such recording and reporting concerns.
The e-learning initiative is part of a wider effort to tackle serious violence and ensures training is available to provide you with a comprehensive insight to engage young people at risk and prevent violent behaviour before it escalates.
To complete the modules, and become a Violence Prevention Ambassador, sign up below.
Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Susan Dungworth, said: “By equipping youth workers, community leaders and practitioners with this training, we’re giving them the tools to address underlying issues that drive violence. Together, we’re building a network of informed individuals who can help break cycles of violence and build safer, stronger communities.”
