Knife crime has risen by 129% in the last 10 years
- 99 young people aged under 25 were murdered with a knife or sharp object in the 12 months to March 2022. 13 were aged under 16.
- 51 teenagers were murdered with a knife or sharp object in the 12 months to March 2022
- 50,434 offences involving a knife or sharp instrument were recorded by the police in the 12 months to September 2022
- There was a 50% increase in knife crime in England and Wales between 2012 and 2022
- 12% percent increase in admissions to hospitals in England for attacks by sharp objects in 2020/21 compared to 2014/15.
So what is K. N. I. F. E all about?
This 1-hour workshop is highly interactive, impactive and real!
This resource has been specifically designed for children and young people between the ages of 11 -17 years, and has been widely delivered across the UK in mainstream schools, colleges, PRU and supported learning establishments.
Aims
Engaging with young people in a language that they understand.
Educating learners as to the dangers of Knife-crime and
Empowering young people to make safer choices.
Topics discussed
Killed – Exploring the fatal and long lasting effects of Knife-crime on victims, perpetrators and families
Nicked – Knife-crime and the Law
Injured – Introduction to Knife-related injuries
Family Ruined – Fall –out. Ramifications of becoming involved in Knife-crime
Employment and Travel- ruined – Discussing restrictions and limitations in future life, if convicted of Knife-crime offences!
This subject may be considered disturbing however the trainer will liaise with the sponsor of the session at each venue and agree an age appropriate delivery plan.
About the Trainer – Dean Coady was born in Salford and grew up in South Manchester. A former Parachute Regiment Soldier and experienced Safeguarding Trainer, he was awarded an OBE from Her Majesty the Queen for services to the community. He has worked with thousands of young people across the UK and abroad, empowering them to make more informed decisions in relation to their responses to knife crime and recognising the consequences of potential violent and criminal behaviour.
Dean is a member of the Home Office Ending Gang Youth Violence and Exploitation Focus Group and recently retired as a School Governor at 17 Secondary Pupil Referral Units across South Manchester.
When not involved in Safeguarding training, he instructs Bush Rangers in anti-Poaching operations throughout Africa.
Dean specialises in engaging with least-heard communities, those affected or at risk from street-based threats and criminal influences as well as those vulnerable to Radicalisation and other forms of exploitation.
He has shared his knowledge of Guns, Knife-crime, Gangs, County Lines and Child Criminal Exploitation– assisting adult Safeguarders to support children in their charge. He also teaches young learners safety drills to increase their personal resilience to street-based threats, allowing them to exit potentially dangerous situations and divert from criminal influences.
All of Dean’s workshops are highly interactive. Prepare to engage!
If you would like to book or discuss other training available for your children or staff.
Contact:
Dean Coady OBE 07885597690
deancoady@urbanpuresolutions.com
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