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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · 2d

Clip from Friday’s #ShowRacismTheRedCard on #WRD25♥️

We all have power…
in our words,
in our circles,
in our actions…when we call it out/ call it in, we encourage others to do the same…because silence protects the problem, not PEOPLE✊🏽

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Suzy Lamplugh Trust @suzylamplughtrust.bsky.social · Sep 17

We are excited to launch our groundbreaking Safer Parks Project with Dr. Anna Barker at @universityofleeds.bsky.social, @keepbritaintidy.bsky.social and Green Flag Award!🎉

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Sep 14

✴️Sept 4 Young People means
🎒back 2 school/college
🎒back 2 daily routines

✴️Whether U stroll, strut or skip, plan #SaferJourneys with the free, fab & inclusive #WalkSafe app, 24/7

✴️Parents/guardians be a trusted friend, 24/7

Here’s a few of the apps capabilities⬇️

#BeSafeFeelSafe
#CitySafeLeeds

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 30

Whether you
Stroll, Strut or Skip
Plan #SaferJourneys with the #WalkSafe #Leeds💜app

SimonSays…#BeAware of your surroundings👍🏽

Pics from 2day, then Tea 🫖 & Cake 🍰 with a right proper brew @YorkshireTea 😉
Nice one!

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Sep 8

🔲ReFrameReFocus🔲

Women experiencing #Homelessness are at HigherRisk of violence, abuse & exploitation

Women #RoughSleeping often use public transport, A&E, SofaSurf, which is invisible in bedding down figures

#SomewhereSafe2Live
❇️Housing
❇️Health
❇️Humanity
#SupportChange💚

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Sep 14

✴️Sept 4 Young People means
🎒back 2 school/college
🎒back 2 daily routines

✴️Whether U stroll, strut or skip, plan #SaferJourneys with the free, fab & inclusive #WalkSafe app, 24/7

✴️Parents/guardians be a trusted friend, 24/7

Here’s a few of the apps capabilities⬇️

#BeSafeFeelSafe
#CitySafeLeeds

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Angels of Freedom CIC @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social · Sep 12

We are currently inviting expressions of interest from potential event partners, collaborators, and supporters who would like to be involved in supporting 2026 activities. Grassroots group, local business, artist, performer or service provider, we’d love to hear from you forms.gle/8BGenA5FtsCp...

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Angels of Freedom CIC @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social · Sep 12

Epic team of volunteers out this evening! Find us in Queens Court until 8pm, before we head out & about in the Freedom Quarter. Want to chat about anything queer in the region stop & say hello 👋🏼 #Leeds #LGBTQplus #LeedsLovesDiversity #BeSafeFeelSafe #NightSafeLeeds #RefugeesWelcomeHere #QueerLeeds

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Sep 8

🔲ReFrameReFocus🔲

Women experiencing #Homelessness are at HigherRisk of violence, abuse & exploitation

Women #RoughSleeping often use public transport, A&E, SofaSurf, which is invisible in bedding down figures

#SomewhereSafe2Live
❇️Housing
❇️Health
❇️Humanity
#SupportChange💚

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Touchstone @touchstonesupport.bsky.social · Sep 3

No Place For Hate - Solidarity With All Communities

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 30

Whether you
Stroll, Strut or Skip
Plan #SaferJourneys with the #WalkSafe #Leeds💜app

SimonSays…#BeAware of your surroundings👍🏽

Pics from 2day, then Tea 🫖 & Cake 🍰 with a right proper brew @YorkshireTea 😉
Nice one!

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Angels of Freedom CIC @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social · Aug 30

Our team of Angels are available for a chat this evening until 8pm - find our stall in the Viaduct Showbar every Saturday from 5pm 🌈 #Leeds #LGBTQplus #LeedsLovesDiversity #RefugeesWelcome #MakeFriendsInLeeds #BeSafeFeelSafe #CompassionateLeeds

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 26

#WorldHomelessDay
10th Oct

#LeedsStreetSupport is hosting a #Leeds ‘SummitForChange’

Reflecting on the last 7 years & seeking future collaboration

‘MuchDoneMore2Do’
❇️Housing
❇️Health
❇️Humanity

People make Places
And
People make this City💜

JoinUsAndHelp
#SupportChange✊🏽

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 23

Have a fab weekend~lots going on in #Leeds, what u doing?

#BeSafeFeelSsfe
✨PlanYourJourney
✨TakeItEasy
✨BeAware
✨StickWithYourMates

Off to see a new musical @SlungLow Reception~The Wedding Present, it’s set in the mid80s, B4 my time🤣

Have a good one, & get home safely🫶🏽
#CitySafe
#AskForAngela

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 20

Gr8 2 have an uplift in covert/overt deployment operations from @WYP_OpJemlock ✊🏽

Part of a Partnership Problem Orientated Policing plan 2 address serious violence in #Leeds✊🏽

#OpSpotlight
🔦early intervention & prevention
🔦effective enforcement & disruption

#CitySafeLeeds💜

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Basis Yorkshire @basisyorkshire.bsky.social · Aug 14

We're hiring!📣 We're looking for a Team Leader of the CSE Service (maternity cover)!

Apply now: buff.ly/FKOtJ6p

#Leeds #Charity #CharityJobs #ThirdSectorLeeds

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Angels of Freedom CIC @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social · Aug 15

Delighted to welcome Theo as our new advocate 🌈 www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/culture/cele...

‘I always want to use my platform for good’ — Theo Mayne’s mission after The Traitors

He’s best known for his time on BBC’s smash hit show The Traitors.

www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 17

🟨#DaySafeLeeds🟨

#BeAware of your surroundings, avoid distractions like excessive phone use

#BeSecure keep your belongings close, don’t leave items unattended

#BeCautious of strangers, especially those whom seem overly friendly or ask 4 personal info

LovelyDay 4 some retail therapy🫶🏽

Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 16

New insta A/C safer_leeds

www.instagram.com/reel/DNaai20...

#BeSafeFeelSafe
Dance the #NightSafeLeeds away…#Vibes 🫶🏽

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 15

In #Beeston🌻 2day, engaging with local residents alongside a range of local @SaferLeeds partners

#CommUnitySafety✊🏽
#PersonalSafety🫶🏽

🌻People, we strongly encourage U2 report any concerns or suspicious activity to the appropriate authorities

🌻There is strength in the collective🌻

Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 13

Out early doing some #CommUnitySafety observations

Yesterday @SaferLeeds installed a CCTV camera looking at #PennyPocket along ChurchWalk & towards the BusStation~part of ongoing & wider developing plans~now live 24/7👍🏽
➡️Deter
➡️Deploy
➡️Detect

#CitySafeLeeds💜
#BeSafeFeelSafe

Pic of CCTV camera installed yesterday near Penny Pocket Park

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Groundwork Yorkshire @groundworkyorks.bsky.social · Aug 12

Community charity Groundwork has announced that even more children and families across Yorkshire will now be able to enjoy greater access to nature following the expansion of their Wellies in the Woods programme.

www.groundwork.org.uk/wellies-nati...

Wellies in the Woods – National Programme - Groundwork

All children deserve the chance to play, explore and thrive in safe outdoor spaces — no matter where they live. Yet many families face real barriers to

www.groundwork.org.uk

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University of Leeds - School of Law @lawatleeds.bsky.social · Jul 28

FRIVA brings together academic experts & local stakeholders to improve the lives of women, girls & marginalised communities.

Read about their June launch below!
tinyurl.com/2htbnexm

@ccjsleeds.bsky.social @westyorkspolice.bsky.social police.bsky.social @westyorkshireca.bsky.social a.bsky.social

Various pictures from the FRIVA launch. #News flare. Text reads: In June, the University of Leeds launched the Feminist Research Into Violence & Abuse (FRIVA) network!

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Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 10

A postcard 2 the people of #Leeds💜

A city #United 2 end #VAWG

Everyday harassment, inappropriate behaviour & micro aggressions towards women & girls⬇️⬇️⬇️

🔊It’sNotBanter
🔊It’sNotHarmless
🔊It’sNotOk

If u do nothing,
nothing changes
BUT
Change is Possible!

#SpeakUp🫶🏽

Mural saying…A city United to end violence against women & girls
#SpeakUp as change is possible

Simon Hodgson @simonhodgsonlcc.bsky.social · Aug 9

⬇️⬇️⬇️The team will be out again tonight in the usual place⬇️⬇️⬇️

An integral part of
◼️#NightSafeLeeds◼️