The recent report: ‘Together We Can End Violence Against Women and Girls: A Strategy’ by the UK Department of Children, Schools & Families (DCSF) aims to ensure schools take an important role developing relationship education, supporting victims and prevent violence against women and girls. From 2011, lessons in gender equality and preventing violence in relationships will be compulsory as part of the personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education curriculum. Qualifying courses for student teachers will include content about teaching gender awareness and domestic violence.
