TESTIMONIALS

"It has been a pleasure working with Mothers Against Muggings since becoming Policing Commander for the South West, which includes Richmond borough.   I can see the positive influence that Mothers Against Muggings is having; for the children of Richmond, their schools and on crime levels.  The timely and professional personal safety advice that Mothers Against Muggings has delivered to a significant number of children in Richmond’s primary and secondary schools, is contributing to reducing muggings in the area.  Children who have participated are typically more aware of their safety and surroundings and more likely to report issues if they have any.  Mothers Against Muggings are also instrumental in bringing the community and professionals, including Met police officers in the area, together to agree and put in place plans to keep Richmond safe.  They are also very generous in sharing their best practice advice across London."

"The StreetW!se assembly delivered by Felicity and Barbara from 'Mothers Against Muggings' was a superb, well-thought through and an extremely fitting assembly. It struck exactly the right tone and was tailored to each year group. They delivered assemblies to years 7-11 and put forward the key messages of the current climate in regards to crime and muggings, how to spot if you're in danger and what to do if you are. They spoke eloquently and delivered the crucial information with both vigour and tact. It was a pleasure to work with them and the feedback from students and parents has been extremely positive. I would recommend every school in the area invites them in to speak to their young people.”

“Felicity and Barbara delivered excellent assemblies to our Christ’s students on how to keep safe and  what to do if you are ever mugged.  The presentation was clear, concise and set in our local context which ensured that the messages and advice were very well received and understood by all.   I cannot recommend Felicity and Barbara and their work highly enough.”

“Felicity and Barbara visited The Swedish School in London to take part in two assemblies with our students, informing them about how to stay safe when out and about in London.  The information was communicated in a clear and calm manner, adapted for different age groups and always ensuring  that the message was understood by all.  Excellent information and presentation and it's great to see our students now using the travel card holders.  We warmly recommend every school to plan an assembly with Mothers Against Muggers!  A BIG thank you to Felicity and Barbara for the great work they do!”

“The Streetwise presentation given to our whole school was clear, relevant, thought provoking and professionally delivered. Personal safety is such and important issue for young people in the U.K. today. It needs tackling directly head on and not left to chance.”

'I learnt that only a third of victims report it to the police.'

'That muggings happen everywhere, not just in dark alleyways or in carparks.'

'It is typically 13-18 year olds who are mugged and attacked - and by other young people (not adults).'

'How to stay safe on the streets.'

'What to do if I get mugged.'

'What to do if you become a victim of mugging and who to tell.'

'I learnt the emergency contact numbers.'

'That you can text the British Transport police on the tube or bus if you need help or see something happening.'

'Muggings mostly happen in broad day light, in front of other people.'

'I think it is a good idea not to walk around glued to your phone with your headphones in - it makes you an easy target.'

'That muggings are happening all across the UK and the world.  It is not just a local issue to Richmond.'

'The 5 safety tips, using your eyes, ears, hands, feet and mouth, are really easy to remember.'

'I love the travel card wallet.  I'm going to use it.'

'To put your oyster card in your travel card holder, not your phone,  so if you are mugged, you can get home.'

'I didn't know the phone number for the police or that you can also report crimes anonymously.'

'It is awful to think that so many young people have been victims of mugging.'

'To text your friends and parents before you leave the school gate so you can put your phone away and be alert on the street.'

'That most muggings happen in daylight on the Green or along the riverside or around the high street. I thought they would be in alleyways or at night time.'

'Keep your phone, wallet and other valuables in your bag to keep them safe and out of sight.'

'The number of young people that get mugged every year.  I thought it was only adults that got mugged.'

'To stand close to an adult at a bus stop or train station if you feel unsafe.'

'To go to a shop, cafe, restaurant or another adult if you are worried about your safety.'

'That you should call the police if you are mugged and the emergency phone number is 999.'

'That we need to report crimes otherwise the police don't know they are happening and this effects how many police we have on the streets.'

'That 50% of the muggings typically involve a knife being threatened. This is scary.'

'That the muggers take clothes too, like an expensive jacket or shoes.'

'I learnt what to do if I get mugged.'

'That it is important to be alert and look around you, especially if you are going somewhere new.'

'To hand over your valuables and not to put up a fight, especially if a knife is involved.'

'That mugging is an 999 offence.' 

'That the muggings are happening where we usually hang out and in broad daylight, in front of people.'

'That so many kids have been mugged.'

'That if you report the mugging to the police as soon as you can, there is a greater chance that they will be able to catch the mugger and retrieve what they have stolen from you.'

'I didn't know about the British Transport Police number.  I am going to remember that for the future.'

'It was good to learn about physical safety today, we learn alot about online safety.'