FROM THEEDITOR
WELCOME to the first themed issue of Grapevine. We set out to ‘inspire and motivate’ you through our articles and I think we have done just that. But it wasn’t all down to the editorial team; thanks must go to those members who contributed personal and professional stories and pictures. From providing specialist role models (page 3),
developing innovative training for victims of domestic violence (page 6) to the presentation of the BAWP awards (pages 10-11), to stories of personal development (page 13) and being inspired through adversity (page 14) we have a real cross section of stories. Despite these times of austerity it was also encouraging
to receive so many stories showcasing development and recognition events, both nationally and internationally. Read about Bedfordshire’s ‘The art of being resilient’ in times of change (page 4) and BAWP committee member Julia Jaegar’s trip to assist the Kosovan Police set up their own policewomen’s association (page 15). Lastly I want to congratulate three new female chief constables who were appointed within as many weeks: Suzette Davenport, Gloucestershire; Justine Curran, Humberside and Debbie Simpson; Dorset. Very well done to you all from everyone at BAWP! 5The theme of the Summer Issue will be ‘Flexible Working’ – if you have an experience you want to share, or an unusual solution to finding reliable elder, child or even pet care please get in touch.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
2013
BAWP Awards Presentation Luncheon and AGM with an evening seminar and networking event. Mercure Holland House Hotel, Cardiff. Tuesday June 11.
IAWP Training Conference. Durban, South Africa. September 21-26.
www.iawp2013.com
2014
IAWP Training Conference. Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. September 28 – October 2.
Don’t forget in 2015 the BAWP are hosting the IAWP conference in Cardiff. Find out more on page 15 and add August 23-27, 2015 to your diary.
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Editor: Inspector Kim Madill email:
k.madill@
west-midlands.pnn.police.uk
Grapevine is produced by the British Association for Women in Policing.
Tel: 0844 414 0448 email:
sec@bawp.org
Assistant Editor: Nicky Phillipson email:
nickyphillipson@btinternet.com
Design and production: Brookhill Design Studio Limited Tel: 01438 722710 email:
julie@brookhilldesignstudio.co.uk www.brookhilldesignstudio.co.uk
13 NEWS From the President’s Desk CBRN centre brings in the women
Arming women with the skills to be resilient to change Thames Valley Women’s Network challenge pension rules SOCA uses technology to share inspirational seminars Kim is consummate professional
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Bedfordshire Women’s Network support men’s health
Celebrating BAWP’s 25th anniversary, presenting the annual awards and a Scottish Professional Development Day
In the Spotlight Kent Police and Crime Commissioner Ann Barnes answers our questions
Personal Development DC Bronwen Powell shares why she applied for the Metropolitan Police Service’s ‘Equip to Achieve’ programme to help her career progress
Inspiring others to do something different BAWP is to host 2015 IAWP Conference
Membership details
Copy deadline for Summer issue is April 30, 2013.
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