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Bumper collection of 13,500 period pamper packs donated to Burnley hub for vulnerable girls and women
A donation of 13,500 period pamper packs have been donated to Burnley Together, the community hub launched in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Tuesday, 16th March 2021, 7:00 am
The donations comes from the Female Health and Hygiene Project, a scheme ran from the BEST Centre in Hapton, which works with local organisations to deliver complimentary sanitary period packs.
The team hopes to give back to the community while challenging stigmas and raising awareness around the often-taboo topic of period poverty.
Alongside other essentials, such as food parcels, nappies and household products provided by Burnley Together, these packs, which are funded by a National Lottery grant and donations from the public, provide important items such as tampons, sanitary pads, body sprays, intimate wipes and deodorants.
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SARAH Everard’s family yesterday called for her murder to bring positive change in protecting women.
Aunt Andrea said: “It’s not right that women don’t feel safe on the street.”
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Thousands protested in Parliament Square yesterday following a police clash at Sarah s vigilCredit: AP:Associated Press
Met chief Dame Cressida Dick faced calls to quit over police handling of a vigil for Sarah in Clapham, South West London, on Saturday close to where she vanished on March 3.
But the top cop said the death had appalled her and made her more determined to continue.
Andrea Everard said of the crowd: “All they were doing was showing support for Sarah and other women victims of appalling crime.
An online survey forming part of the survey received more than 15,000 responses.
The Home Secretary is now seeking further views from anyone over 16, including people who have experienced violence, those who work with survivors and relevant professionals.
Men and boys - including those who have been victims of violence and abuse - are also encouraged to fill in the questionnaire.
The move follows the alleged kidnapping and murder of 33-year-old Sarah Everard after she walked home across a London park.
Ms Patel went on: Everyone should be free to walk our streets without the slightest fear. With Sarah and her family in my thoughts and prayers, I will continue to do all I can in my role as Home Secretary to protect women and girls.