South Essex Homes support ASB Awareness Week 2024
South Essex Homes has joined a national campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and keep people in Southend-on-Sea safe.
Running from November 18 - 24, ASB Awareness Week 2024 aims to encourage communities to take a stand against ASB and highlight the actions that can be taken by those experiencing it.
Organised by Resolve, the UK’s leading ASB and community safety organisation, the week features a series of events across the UK involving Councils, Police Forces, Housing Associations, charities, community groups and sports clubs.
Throughout the week, we will be sharing information on our website and social media to mark the return of ASB Awareness Week for 2024. We will be answering your frequently asked questions and will be providing an insight into how our staff from a variety of teams help to prevent or respond to ASB in their day-to-day work across the city.
YouGov research commissioned by Resolve found that almost 1 in 5 people have had to consider moving home because of the impact ASB was having on them; 1 in 10 have actually moved. Despite this, over half of those surveyed who were either a victim or witness of ASB did not report the ASB.
We urge our tenants not to suffer in silence if they experience ASB. Incidents can be reported to us online or by calling 0800 833 160, or to the Police if you feel that you are at immediate risk or in danger.
Sarah Lander, Director of Housing at South Essex Homes, said:
“Anti-social behaviour can blight people’s lives, preventing them from feeling safe in their own home or community. ASB Awareness Week gives us an opportunity to turn a spotlight on this challenging issue and to promote how South Essex Homes works with our partners to respond to reports of ASB and support residents that are impacted by this life affecting behaviour.”
Rebecca Bryant OBE, Chief Executive of Resolve added:
“ASB is not low-level. It can have a devastating and long-lasting impact on the lives of victims and communities and can be a precursor to more serious crime.
“It is important that the challenge of ASB continues to be given the priority it needs so that people everywhere feel safe in their homes and communities.
“We are delighted that South Essex Homes is supporting this hugely important campaign. It is vital to develop partnership approaches across communities to deal with the growing challenges around ASB.”
For more information about ASB Awareness Week – visit www.resolveuk.org.uk