The Trust was created following the murder of 20-year-old Hollie Gazzard in 2014 by an ex-partner. HGT helps reduce domestic violence through creating and delivering programmes on domestic abuse and promoting healthy relationships to schools and colleges. In addition, it funds hairdressing training for young people who may not otherwise have the funds to study – Hollie was passionate about hairdressing and HGT enables others to follow their dream.
The Hollie Gazzard Trust also campaigns to reduce anti-social behaviour and knife crime.
The ultimate aim of the Trust is to positively change the lives of young people through partnerships in communities, as well as working alongside other charities and professional agencies.
HGT was set up by Hollie’s parents, Nick and Mandy, and her sister Chloe.
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We work alongside Gloucestershire College to support students that face many different challenges.
Delivering Healthy Relationship Education
We help educate young people about the importance of healthy relationships and to identify signs of potential abuse.
Raising Awareness of Stalking
Stalking is one of the most frequently experienced forms of abuse; abuse that can destroy the lives of its victims.
Tackiling Knife Crime & Anti Social Behaviour
The Trust has funded several initiatives delivering workshops in schools and other youth-related organisations.
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These are some important safety and planning tips for stalking from Gloucestershire Constabulary. Hollie Guard is one of them but please read through the others to ensure you are thinking of all possibilities.62% of you told us you rated your knowledge of what safety precautions to take in relation to stalking as fair to very poor. Here is the advice you can give:
The Hollie Gazzard Trust has created a personal safety app called Hollie Guard (hollieguard.com). A simple shake or tap can automatically send alerts, your location and audio/video evidence to designated contacts. This may be useful if you feel worried about going out alone.
The below safety planning advice has been developed by the Gloucestershire Stalking Advocacy Service (GSAS). When considering safety planning its important to reflect that anything a victim does to regain control over their life may reduce the control a stalker enjoys. This can increase the risk to the victim and should be at the forefront of the minds of everyone involved in a stalking case.
• Check your electronic devices for tracking and spyware (see cyberstalking section of this webpage)
• Does your home have secure windows and doors?
• Consider investing in CCTV and security lights
• Do you have missing keys? Do you need to change locks?
• If the stalker is known to you consider getting locks changed
• Plan a number of escape routes out of your property just in case
• Setup a code word with your friends and family so they know when you’re in trouble
• Are there trusted neighbours who you could tell about the stalking and who to look out for?
• Consider removing items and foliage from your gardens someone could hide behind
• If you need to leave home in a hurry do you have everything you need? Clothes, money, documents, fuel.
• Avoid meeting your stalker or harasser for any reason
• If you’re being followed in the car drive to somewhere with CCTV such as a petrol station or supermarket. A dash cam can also be worth considering.
• Try different routes to work and avoid any locations where you are alone.
If you purchase anything in relation to protecting yourself keep the receipts as evidence.
For more information and advice visit: www.gloucestershire.police.uk/campaigns/stalking-and-harassment-campaign/
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With research showing that one in four women and one in six men will experience domestic abuse at some point in their lifetime, it is likely that organisations employ staff who have experienced, or who are currently experiencing abuse and/or stalking, as well as employing those who are perpetrators.
Nick Gazzard has developed a programme which will assist in establishing best practice when it comes to strategies supporting the wellbeing of staff suffering from domestic abuse and stalking.
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Working Without Fear Programme Working Without Fear Summary In England and Wales domestic abuse costs £1.9billion a year in lost economic output. This hard-hitting fact is due to decreased productivi...If someone repeatedly behaves in a way that alarms or distresses you, that's harassment. It could be:
👉 sending you texts, letters or gifts you don't want
👉 making threats online or in person
👉 being bullied at work or at school
Stalking is a form of harassment. Harassment and stalking are both criminal offences.
Find out more info from the National Stalking Helpline: 0808 802 0300
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We don’t advise that you completely block someone who’s stalking you from messaging you.
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If you completely block someone on social media, messaging apps and from calling or texting you they may try to contact you in person. Set the messages to 'mute' or 'ignore' instead so you can monitor and record what they're sending you.
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International Women’s Day 2019
Our Founder, Nick Gazzard was invited to speak at a conference held by Munich Re in London to celebrate International Women’s Day. The theme and message was: ‘’The future is exciting. Let's build a gender-balanced world. Everyone has a part to play - all the time,...
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February 18 2014: A Day Gloucester Will Forever Remember
At 18:51 on 18th February 2014 20 year old hairdresser Hollie Gazzard was stabbed to death by her ex boyfriend at her place of work in full view of her colleagues right in the centre of the city of Gloucester. Five years on her murder still haunts the city and her...
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Catch Up: Watch Hollie Gazzard Featured on Channel 5
Hollie Gazzard's story was last night featured on the Channel 5 programme 'Stalked: Murder in Slow Motion'. Whilst this is great exposure for the Trust and Hollie's story, the message is clear that raising awareness of domestic abuse, domestic violence and stalking...
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Hollie Guard helped BBC Points West presenter Alex Lovell feel safe from stalker
A BBC TV presenter who was threatened by a stalker with rape has said an app created after the murder of Hollie Gazzard helped her stay safe. Gordon Hawthorn had stalked BBC Points West presenter Alex Lovell and sent her greeting cards over a period of more than six...
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Christmas Raffle 2018 Winners
A big thank you to everyone who took part in our Christmas Raffle 2018! We had so many donations of prizes from local businesses, all listed below next to their prizes, so another huge thank you to all of the below for your generosity. We'll be in touch with all...
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Hollie Gazzard Trust recruiting for new Chair to head up dedicated Board
Due to the continued success of the Hollie Gazzard Trust we are looking for a new Chair to head up our dedicated Board, to continue our great work. CHAIR OF TRUSTEES – HOLLIE GAZZARD TRUST (VOLUNTARY ROLE) The Trust continues to go from strength to strength and is not...
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