Women's Street Watch
Empowering Women's Safety
Women's Street Watch Newcastle is a dedicated volunteer group founded in September 2021 following the murders of Sarah Everard and Sabina Nessa. Our mission is to ensure the safety and well-being of women in Newcastle’s night-time economy. With over 23.5K followers across our social media platforms, we've become a vital part of our community's safety network.
What we do
Patrol the Streets
Every Friday and Saturday night from 10 PM to 4 AM, our team patrol Newcastle’s streets, providing support and assistance to those in need.
Comprehensive Support Kits
We carry kits that include fluffy blankets, wet wipes, tampons, first aid supplies, hair ties, flat shoes, power banks, and phone chargers. We also have two wheelchairs with seat belts to safely transport women to the St. John's Safe Haven
Professional Training
Our staff are DBS checked, first aid trained, and vulnerability trained, with in-house training tailored to handle various situations effectively.
Fundraising & Partnerships
In partnership with Bright Futures charity, we launched a Crowdfunder and raised over £6,000 in just four weeks, allowing us to invest in a brand new bus for our operations.
Community Engagement
With over 30 regular volunteers, we actively engage with the community to promote safety, awareness, and support for women.
Our Team.
These are the people who work behind the scenes to support the operation of Women's Street Watch
Charlie
Co-Founder & Operations Director
Charlie is one of the founding members of Women’s Street Watch UK and currently serves as our Operations Director. She oversees the day-to-day running of the organisation, manages our volunteer team, and ensures our services run smoothly and safely. Charlie is also responsible for planning and coordinating shifts, developing new projects, and driving our mission forward to make streets safer for women and girls.
Dawn
Legal Lead
Dawn is a qualified lawyer who generously donates her expertise to Women’s Street Watch UK. She advises on legal matters, drafts and reviews policies, and supports our team with funding applications and governance — all on a voluntary basis. Her knowledge helps keep our work professional, compliant, and sustainable.
Sophie
Social Director
(Currently on sabbatical) Sophie leads on all things social media, outreach, and finances at Women’s Street Watch UK. She manages our budget, funding applications, and donations to keep our services running. Sophie also handles our public outreach, advertising our services, and raising awareness through creative campaigns, ensuring our message reaches and supports as many people as possible.
Jordana
Director
Jordana is our Silent Director, providing invaluable guidance and oversight behind the scenes. She supports the management of major organisational decisions and helps oversee our finances, ensuring Women’s Street Watch UK stays on a sustainable path. While she takes a less active day-to-day role, her input at key moments is vital to our direction and success.
Clover
Volunteer Coordinator
Clover works closely with Charlie and Sophie to ensure all our volunteers feel supported, valued, and equipped for their roles. She oversees volunteer communication, organises essential training, and is always on hand to make sure everyone has the guidance and care they need to thrive as part of the Women’s Street Watch UK team.
Lily-Rose
IT Lead
Lily-Rose is responsible for all things tech at Women’s Street Watch UK. She manages and maintains our website, keeps our digital systems running smoothly, and supports the team with any IT needs. Lily-Rose also ensures our online platforms are secure, accessible, and up to date to help us connect with and support the community effectively.
