How To Fix…from the University of Leeds. Providing hopeful solutions to the greatest challenges humanity faces, directly from the scientists and researchers on the front line. This week: Violence against women and girls is at a critical point. Where do women experience violence and how can we tackle it at the root cause? What new measures are being implemented to ensure we think with safety in mind and how can we work with researchers to ensure our public spaces are safe?  Host Rich Williams is joined by Sam Lewis, Associate Professor in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Alison Lowe OBE, the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime (DMPC) in West Yorkshire, and Anna Barker, Associate Professor in Criminal Justice & Criminology. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode or would like to know more please contact: End Violence Against Women Resources: Refuge: https://refuge.org.uk/ Women’s Aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ Sikh Women’s Aid: https://www.sikhwomensaid.org.uk/ Southall Black Sisters: https://southallblacksisters.org.uk/ Galop: https://galop.org.uk/ ManKind: https://mankind.org.uk/ Presented by Rich Williams. Producer: Kasia Tomasiewicz. Audio Production: Jade Bailey. Design: James Parrett. Lead Producer: Anne-Marie Luff. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. HOW TO FIX… is a Podmasters Production for the University of Leeds Communications and Engagement team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices