Community Safety Unlocked

What’s on offer?

Join us for an interactive and immersive event at the SafetyWorks! Centre, jointly organised by Northumbria University and Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service. 

The event invites you to take a guided tour of a life-sized "safety town," where you will explore real-life risk scenarios and learn about effective safety strategies. You can also engage in hands-on creative activities, storytelling, and discussions, all aimed at helping to develop a safer, more resilient community. 

Ideal for families and community members of all ages. This is a free event. Refreshments will be provided.

What’s it about?

How does community safety affect our daily lives? From risks in our homes to hazards in public spaces and online, many people are unaware of the potential dangers or how unprepared they might be for emergencies.  

 

This event invites you to engage in meaningful activities that connect community safety with your daily experiences, offering insights into how you can live and thrive in a safer environment. 

 

The event will include: 

 

A guided tour of SafetyWorks!’s life-sized "safety town" to experience real-life risk scenarios and safety strategies. 

 

A ‘bonfire in the park’ activity, with discussions on firework and bonfire safety ahead of Bonfire Night on 5th November. 

 

Discussions and storytelling about how community safety affects you and your community. 

 

Creative and craft activities such as designing safety posters. 

 Opportunities to give feedback and share ideas for future community safety initiatives. 

 

Supported by researchers from Northumbria University and staff members from the Prevention and Education team at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, this event promises to be a highly engaging and memorable experience.  

 

Come and explore how we can work together to build a safer and more connected community! 

Who’s leading the event?

Mimi Huang –Senior Lecturer and PGR Lead, Humanities Department, Northumbria University 

Lucy Fisher – SafetyWorks! Manager, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service 

Sarah Schofield – Education & Engagement Manager, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Open to

This event is open to all.  

Children must be accompanied by a guardian. 

Bookings are required for attendance.  

 

Of particular interest to

This event will be of particular interest to: 

Families and community members seeking to better understand safety in daily environments. 

Individuals looking to enhance their knowledge of risk management at home, in public spaces, and online. 

Those eager to contribute to community wellbeing or engage with local safety initiatives. 

Event Booking details

For more information about the event, including bookings and enquiries, please email 

safetyworks@twfire.gov.uk 

Event booking deadline

5pm, Tuesday 22nd October, 2024