Tackling violence against women and girls in the UK: unsatisfactory progress.

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Title: Tackling violence against women and girls in the UK: unsatisfactory progress.
Authors: Purdy, Noel1 (AUTHOR) n.purdy@stran.ac.uk
Source: Pastoral Care in Education. Mar2025, Vol. 43 Issue 1, p1-4. 4p.
Subject Terms: *Relationship education, *Young adults, *Teacher-student relationships, *School bullying, *Bullying, Violence against women, Gender-based violence, Sexual assault
Abstract: The editorial in "Pastoral Care in Education" discusses the challenges faced by school staff in addressing violence against women and girls in the UK. The National Audit Office report criticizes the government's efforts, highlighting the prevalence of violence and the need for a coordinated response. The issue also includes research articles on various topics related to school climate, emotional literacy interventions, and the impact of the Covid pandemic on teaching assistants. The articles provide insights into the psychological impact on pastoral staff, the role of teaching assistants, and strategies to create safer educational environments. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstract:The editorial in "Pastoral Care in Education" discusses the challenges faced by school staff in addressing violence against women and girls in the UK. The National Audit Office report criticizes the government's efforts, highlighting the prevalence of violence and the need for a coordinated response. The issue also includes research articles on various topics related to school climate, emotional literacy interventions, and the impact of the Covid pandemic on teaching assistants. The articles provide insights into the psychological impact on pastoral staff, the role of teaching assistants, and strategies to create safer educational environments. [Extracted from the article]
ISSN:02643944
DOI:10.1080/02643944.2025.2463177