Sexual violence support centre opens in Newport

Police and Crime Commissioner Jane Mudd has joined partners for the official opening of New Pathways’s sexual violence support centre in Newport.

New Pathways delivers specialist support for adults, children and young people who have been affected by rape, sexual assault or abuse. It is commissioned by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner to provide a dedicated independent sexual violence advisor service for survivors of sexual violence in Gwent.

to provide a dedicated independent sexual violence advisor service for survivors of sexual violence in Gwent.

Its new facility in Newport has transformed derelict buildings into a fully refurbished centre which will provide support and a safe environment for thousands of survivors of abuse and violence.

Commissioner Mudd said: “I was honoured to join our partners at New Pathways for the opening of their fantastic new centre. Listening to survivors tell their stories was incredibly powerful and reaffirms why a centre such as this is needed in Gwent.

“My new Police, Crime and Justice Plan places a strong focus on supporting women, girls and all victims of violence and abuse. I am committed to working with partners to do all I can to reduce the trauma faced by survivors of these appalling crimes, and make a difference to our communities.”

For more information visit the New Pathways website or call 01685 379310.

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