North Northamptonshire Council are the latest organisation to sign up to Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Danielle Stone’s Northamptonshire Women’s Charter, showing their commitment to creating inclusive and respectful workplaces for women.
The Charter is Danielle’s call to action for employers to take steps towards improving women’s safety at work and across the community, supporting her wider plan to prevent Violence against Women and Girls.
North Northamptonshire Council join the nearly 60 organisations and businesses across Northamptonshire that have already signed the Charter.
Employers that sign up receive information and advice from crime prevention specialists to improve women’s safety around work premises, and an exclusive Charter Toolkit with bespoke training packages.
Danielle met with the Leader of North Northamptonshire Council Leader Martin Griffiths to present him with a copy of the Charter.
Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Danielle Stone said: “I am delighted that North Northamptonshire Council has signed the Charter and pledged to do all they can to help keep women safe.
“As one of the largest employers in Northamptonshire, I hope their commitment will encourage other organisations from across the county to sign up to the Charter to ensure women are both heard and kept safe in the workplace.”
Councillor Martin Griffiths, Leader of North Northamptonshire Council said: “I want us all to recognise the incredible women who work across the Council, our elected Members, and the women and girls who contribute so much to life in North Northamptonshire.
“By signing the Northamptonshire Women’s Charter, we reaffirm our commitment to creating a safe, respectful and inclusive environment where women are heard, valued and protected – both in the workplace and across our communities.
“We are proud to stand with partners across the county in supporting this important work.”
To sign up to the Women’s Charter and join a community of organisations that are committed to making Northamptonshire a safe place for women, visit: Northamptonshire Women’s Charter – Northamptonshire Police & Fire Commissioner
