Understanding Knife Crime: Prevention, Awareness, and Community Safety - Bright Outcomes - Coventry Alternative Provision 24/25
Training Provider
Bright Outcomes
Bright Outcomes Ltd provides a unique, home-based alternative provision for young people unable to attend school due to EBSA, SEND, or Mental Health difficulties. We focus on academic progress, community inclusion, and employment preparation, with support from qualified teachers and experienced mentors to ensure each student’s progression. Our aim is to be the bridge back to education, not the final destination—equipping students with the academic skills, confidence, and independence they need to return to school and succeed.
This course is delivered in the home to students who are unable to attend on site provision.
Week 1: Introduction to Knife Crime
• Topics Covered: Defining knife crime: types and prevalence. Understanding the impact of knife crime on individuals and communities.
• Activities: Group discussion on personal perceptions of knife crime and its effects.
Week 2: Causes and Motivations Behind Knife Crime
• Topics Covered: Exploring the socio-economic factors contributing to knife crime. o Understanding motivations: gang culture, fear, and self-defence.
• Activities: Case studies highlighting real-life scenarios and motivations behind knife crime.
Week 3: Legal Framework and Consequences
• Topics Covered: Overview of laws related to knife possession and use in the UK. Understanding the legal consequences of knife crime for individuals and communities.
• Activities: Discussion on recent legislation and its impact on knife crime rates.
Week 4: Prevention Strategies
• Topics Covered: Effective prevention strategies: community engagement, education, and intervention programs. o Role of schools, families, and community organisations in prevention.
• Activities: Workshop on developing community initiatives to address knife crime.
Week 5: Supporting Affected Individuals and Communities
• Topics Covered: Understanding the emotional and psychological impact of knife crime on victims and communities. Resources available for support: counselling, hotlines, and community services.
• Activities: Group activity to create a resource guide for individuals affected by knife crime.
Week 6: Moving Forward: Building a Safer Community
• Topics Covered: Strategies for fostering community safety and resilience. o The importance of ongoing dialogue and community collaboration to combat knife crime.
• Activities: Final project presentations: participants propose actionable plans to raise awareness and prevent knife crime in their communities.
Assessment and Evaluation
• Participation: Engaging in discussions and group activities.
• Quizzes: Weekly assessments to reinforce understanding of course content.
• Final Project: Developing and presenting a community action plan focused on knife crime prevention and awareness.
By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of knife crime, its implications, and practical strategies to promote safety and prevention within their communities.
