Hear from leading voices in the campaign to end violence against women and girls.
Violence against women and girls is not inevitable. It's preventable, and it stops with all of us.
As White Ribbon Day 2026 approaches, this is a moment to pause and ask: what role can we play, right here in our own communities? How can parish and town councils help shift the culture by involving men and boys as allies, challenging harmful attitudes, and promoting respect and equality at every level? Small actions, led locally, can add up to lasting change.
Join us for this essential and inspiring event where you'll:
Enough is enough. Together, we can build communities where every woman and girl feels safe, valued, and heard.
NB: NALC reserves the right to change the programme at any time.



Chief executive, Office of Police and Crime Commissioner in Lancashire



Leader, Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council
Cllr Matt Boughton is the leader of Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and chair of the Local Government Association's Safer and Stronger Communities Committee. With leadership experience across local, regional and national government, he brings valuable insight into community leadership, public service delivery and place-based growth. As a local authority leader, he is committed to building safer, more inclusive communities and understands the vital role councils play in preventing violence against women and girls.

Police and crime commissioner, Lancashire
Clive Grunshaw is the police and crime commissioner for Lancashire, elected in May 2024 and responsible for representing the voices of Lancashire's residents in policing and community safety. A lifelong advocate for Lancashire, Clive works closely with policing, community safety and voluntary sector partners to help create safer communities and improve outcomes for victims. His longstanding commitment to protecting vulnerable people and supporting victims of crime brings valuable insight to discussions on tackling violence against women and girls and strengthening the collective response across local services and communities.

Chief executive, Office of Police and Crime Commissioner in Lancashire
Dr Anna Hopkins is chief executive of the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire, bringing together extensive experience across policing, academia, and criminal justice leadership. A former police officer with Greater Manchester Police, she served for more than 13 years before pursuing her doctoral research at the University of Liverpool, where she examined the process victims of domestic abuse go through when leaving abusive relationships. As chief executive of the Lancashire Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, Anna works at the forefront of community safety and criminal justice, bringing a unique perspective on preventing violence against women and girls.

Congleton Town Council
Cllr Richard Walton is a councillor at Congleton Town Council and is a committed advocate for community wellbeing, equality, and public safety. As an active member of Congleton Town Council, Richard has played a key role in initiatives that strengthen community cohesion, promote inclusion, and improve quality of life for local residents. A passionate supporter of campaigns that tackle discrimination and violence, Richard has been involved in promoting White Ribbon accreditation and is a founding member of Congleton Pride and wider community safety initiatives, helping to create respectful and inclusive environments across the town.

Congleton Town Council
Cllr Kay Wesley is an entrepreneur, community leader, and equality advocate who currently serves as a councillor and former mayor of Congleton. She is also a co-chair of our national network for women councillors and a key member of our White Ribbon steering group. Throughout her time in local government, Kay has championed initiatives that reduce inequalities, improve community safety and promote sustainable development. Her work has included developing an Equality and Inclusion Policy for Congleton Town Council, supporting domestic abuse survivors, advocating for improved healthcare and childcare provision, and leading projects that encourage community participation and environmental sustainability.
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