Birmingham Snow Hill station almost turned as white as snow after people signed up to help end violence against women and girls.

The special event, which took place on Saturday 25 November, marked White Ribbon Day.  Hundreds of rail passengers signed their name on a piece of ribbon on the station concourse, encouraged by West Midlands Railway (WMR) staff, thereby making their ‘White Ribbon Promise’.

People could also show their commitment by wearing a special pin badge.

It’s more than 30 years since the White Ribbon campaign was started, with the aim of encouraging men and boys to act as advocates in order to end violence against women and girls.

The Snow Hill event was also supported by the Heart of England Community Rail Partnership and formed part of a series of nationwide linked events at railway stations and sports venues.

Cara Higgs, WMR community strategy manager, said: “Violence against women and girls is never acceptable and can often be hidden behind closed doors, which is why raising awareness is so important.

“It was inspiring to see so many people at Birmingham Snow Hill make the White Ribbon Promise and support an important cause.”

Anthea Sully, chief executive of White Ribbon UK, said: “The reality is violence experienced by women is mostly perpetrated by men. We know it is not all men, but all men can #ChangeTheStory and challenge harmful attitudes and behaviours which perpetuate sexism and misogyny.”