The VRU enhances collaboration with partner agencies and takes the time to look at underlying root causes using a trauma-informed approach. Not monitored 24/7.
Kent and Medway
Joined July 2020
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Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
#AntiBullyingWeek starts today. Pol-Ed has assemblies & lessons to help pupils explore where unkind behaviour begins & how to challenge it, such as:
Y3 - What do we mean by consent in friendships?
Y7 - Is this banter or bullying?
Start the week with respect! Be a #PowerforGood.
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
“Knife in the kitchen, not on the street.”
Since 2022, CSGT Mike Beaton has reached 3,000+ young people via @CommandoChef - using food to spark conversations about knife crime & future choices.
🔗See further: college.police.uk/support-fo…
@KentVRU @RoyalMarines
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
#VAWG Week and National Spiking Intensification Week are taking place this week.
Pol-Ed has a wide range of resources to support schools - including a dedicated VAWG Assembly for Secondary schools.
Explore our VAWG lesson groupings at pol-ed.co.uk.
#KeepingChildrenSafe
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Haven't visited pol-ed.co.uk in a while?
Here's what we've added to our #PSHE lesson library in recent months.
Pol-Ed is free to use to all schools in registered areas. Find out more at pol-ed.co.uk.
#APositiveForceInEducation
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Over the Summer, we released 38 new Secondary lessons to our #PSHE library. Our new Year 11 lesson, What is my relationship with AI?, explains what AI is, the potential benefits of it as well as outlining the risks.
Available to all registered schools at pol-ed.co.uk
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
💬 Why Sports Connect Matters
Every quote tells a story — and this one captures exactly why we do what we do.
Check out what we are offering in your area by heading to sportsconnect.uk/community-e…
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Our community sessions with the @KentVRU have been in full swing this spring!
From sport-based engagement to building positive connections, it’s been incredible to support young people across Kent🙌
Find out more about our community sessions: shorturl.at/PmNCc
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Our new Campaign 'Clock it Check it Change it' was launched this week and has had coverage today which includes @bbcsoutheast to help raise awareness of what young people can do to help their themselves and their friends to stay safe.
To find out more, visit our website (link in bio).
@PCCKent
#ClockitCheckitChangeit
#SaferTogether
Children in Kent are being shown ways to de-escalate and calm potentially violent situations.
Tap below to read more: bbc.in/3HDjeda
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
📣 Extra Community Events This Half Term!
We’ve added even more sessions to our half-term line-up! From football to multi-sport fun, there’s something for everyone to get involved in, stay active, and connect with others. ⚽🏀🎯
Don’t miss out!
@KentVRU @sportonyourDS
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Cutting knife crime and serious violence means working together in partnerships! We're making progress as knife crime has reduced 17% in the last year but there is more work to be done to understand the challenges and support young people.
@KentVRU @matthewinkent
#KnifeCrime
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Visible policing is key to reducing knife crime, so yesterday we were out on patrol in Sittingbourne for #KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek.
@matthewinkent @KentVRU
#KnifeCrime #YouthSupport #SaferStreets #CutCrime #SupportVictims #BuildTrust #ProtectingPeople #KnifeCrimeAwareness
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
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Welcome to schools in the @kent_police and @KentVRU force area!
If you teach in any of the following areas, you can sign up now!
- @AshfordCouncil
- @canterburycc
- @dartfordbc
- @DoverDC
- @fstonehythedc
- @graveshambc
- @lambeth_council
- @maidstonebc
- @medway_council
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
📘 Our Impact. Your Support.
We’re proud to share the voices behind our work — including Chief Inspector Lara Connor, whose quote highlights the power of what we do.
📖 Dive into our full 2024 Impact Brochure to see how we’re changing lives:
👉 sportsconnect.uk/ImpactRepor…
@KentVRU
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
A top judge has told us he wants to see stricter laws on the sale of pointed kitchen knives.
Following our exclusive access into Kent Police's latest tactics to tackle knife crime, we've been hearing from campaigners and researchers.
hellorayo.co.uk/greatest-hit…
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
🌸🐣 Easter Community Fun! 🐣🌸
Join us this Easter for a range of exciting community events! Whether it’s sports, activities, or workshops, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. 🎉⚽🏀
📅 Get involved: sportsconnect.uk/community-e… !
@KentVRU
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
The mini-series #Adolescence on #Netflix shed light on key issues faced by young people. Last month, we launched the #DontDisrespect campaign to address violence against women and girls. The series highlights serious consequences that could happen following this behaviour.
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
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Life can get really tough sometimes, but talking can help. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, then don't suffer in silence.
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Domestic Abuse can happen to anyone regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexuality, social & cultural background.
Find resources and help this #16DaysofAction at domesticabuseservices.org.uk.
#KnowSeeSpeakOut #EndDomesticAbuse
#16Days
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Today our year 9 students took part in the Medway Roadshow delivered by @KentVRU and @KentPoliceMed, hosted by actor @robbiejwhiteuk. A variety of guest speakers presented interactive sessions covering personal safety, knife crime, drugs, sexual health, mental health, and more.
Kent & Medway Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) retweeted
Teenagers across #Swale have been given safety advice and tips as part of a roadshow being presented to schools.
The full details are here: kent.police.uk/news/kent/lat…
ALT Police and partners visiting one of the schools.