Her Voice

"HER VOICE", a symposium focused on providing a comprehensive understanding of the impact of sexual violence on women and girls.

Join us for "HER VOICE," presented by Skye Alexandra House in Partnership with London Metropolitan University, as we align with this year's global theme for International Women's Day: "Count Her In: Accelerating Gender Equality Through Economic Empowerment."

This event is dedicated to shedding light on the hurdles faced by women and girls who have endured sexual violence, which often becomes a barrier to their educational, professional, and daily endeavors due to the enduring effects of trauma. Our aim is to raise awareness about these challenges and explore strategies to best support survivors on their journey to healing. By empowering them to confront their trauma, regain confidence, and pursue their aspirations, we strive to facilitate their access to education and employment opportunities.

This in-person event is all about celebrating women's empowerment, sharing stories, and fostering connections. Get ready for a day filled with powerful speakers, engaging workshops, fashion show, poetry and thought-provoking discussions. Let's come together to uplift, inspire, and amplify HER VOICE! #InspireInclusion #ViolenceAgainstWomenandGirls #SkyeAlexandraHouse #LondonMet #InternationalWomensDay

HER Voice Agenda

9:00 am - Doors open for registration, tea and coffee available.

9:25 am - Spoken Word Performances by Vean Ima

9:30 am - Opening Remarks

Lucy Li - Civic and Community Engagement Development Officer - London Metropolitan University and Sherica Spence - Skye Alexandra House

9:45 am - 10:45am - Understanding Sexual Violence and Trauma Responses

Panelist: Mitchell Greenaway – Therapist, Joanna Oliver Ms

Sherica Spence - Skye Alexandra House.

10:45 am - 11:00 am - Break.

11:00 am - 11:30 am - Women and Girls in the Criminal Justice System.

Presentation by Dr James Alexander - Senior Criminologist at London Met University

Olivia Akinyemi - Probation Officer and Youth Practitioner

11.30am – 12.30pm Panel discussion with Dr James Alexander - Senior Criminologist, Olivia Akinyemi - Probation Officer and Youth Practitioner, Elizabeth Ogunyemi- Youth Engagement Practitioner, Janice Nix Author of Breaking Out

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm - Lunch.

1:30 pm - 1.40pm - Poetry by Vean Ima (pronounced Vee-Ann)

1.40pm -2.00pm - Fashion Show by Metamorphosis.

2:00pm-2.45pm - Panel Discussion on the Impact of Sexual Violence Trauma on Education and Work.

Panelist: Mitchell Greenaway Therapist, Lydia Mangeni Stewart – Cloud Engineer/Tech Mentor Paula Perry (FI), Joanna Oliver Ms, JWP representative

2:45 pm - 3:00 pm - Break.

3:00 pm - 3:20 pm – Q and A for panel

3:20 pm - Closing Performance Ada Ibezi

3.30pm -End

*Given the sensitive nature of the topics discussed at the event, we understand that some attendees may experience triggers. To provide support, we have arranged for a designated safeguarding officer and therapist to be present. Please don't hesitate to reach out to them should you feel the need to talk to someone*