Launched in 2022, the Humber Violence Prevention Partnership (VPP) leads the local response to reducing violent crime.
We are one of 20 Home Office-funded Violence Reduction Units across England and Wales. The Humber VPP seeks to identify the root causes of violence, understand why someone might commit violent acts and work with them to address their behaviour.
By using a public health approach, we focus on earlier intervention. This includes funding interventions that offer young people positive alternatives to violence, such as sports programmes and social skills training.
The Humber VPP is chaired by Jonathan Evison, Police and Crime Commissioner for Humberside. Jonathan said: "It has been incredible to see the Humber VPP grow from strength to strength. The organisation has launched impactful campaigns to encourage young people to choose positivity over violence. I encourage you to explore the fantastic resources – from educational materials on healthy relationships, to a directory of youth activities, to personal accounts on the effects of knife violence. These campaigns were co-produced with young people and we have already had positive feedback from partners and educators alike.
"Our funded interventions also continue to inspire. By teaching young people essential skills – such as teamwork and leadership – the sports programmes are creating community champions. Social skills training has improved mental wellbeing in local schools and youth outreach has helped reduce anti-social behaviour thanks to diversionary activities.
