JogOn campaign: Active training for spectators offered in Bradford

Friday 17 May 2024

Earlier this week, local residents took part in Active Bystander training organized by PCSO Hall and PCSO O’Grady from the Bradford Borough Policing Team as part of the #JogOn campaign launched by Safer Bradford. partnership (which includes Bradford Council, West Yorkshire Police and the NHS) to tackle harassment and unwanted behavior towards women runners in Bradford.

Feedback from those who took part in the session included:

“Very good session. Interactive and makes you more confident in reacting to situations. They would encourage others to participate, especially if it’s something they wouldn’t normally feel comfortable doing.”

“Learning about the JogOn initiative, especially how to report incidents, was very helpful. I will pass the club leaders on and encourage people to participate.”

“An extremely open and informative session. It made me think a lot about things I’ve experienced in the past and my actions in the past. Also, how would I react in future situations. Please do this more often in other locations as well. I hope many people will be able to take part in this training.”

If you run or live in Bradford and are interested in taking part, the next session is planned for 17th July from 6-8pm, you can sign up here – Active Watchers Training Tickets Wednesday 17th July 2024 , at 6:00 PM | eventbrite

To find out more about the JogOn campaign, please visit JogOn Harassment of Women Runners (bradford.gov.uk).