Knife Crime UK
HAVE A LIFE NOT A KNIFE
Have a life, not a knife is an anti-knife crime-based Charity that in recent years has seen knife crime become a critical issue across the UK, impacting communities, young people, and families alike.
Together, Let's Prevent Knife Crime
WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION IS SAVING LIVES.!
We have witnessed a rise in knife crime across the UK, with tragic deaths becoming all too common in our towns and on our high streets. This epidemic has, shown that the number of knife crime offences committed in 2023/2024, and it is now reaching an all-time high.
Let’s Stop the Knife and Stop the Hurt
Join us in the fight against knife crime. Together, we can protect our communities, support each other, and create a safer future for everyone.
WHAT WE DO
We provide tailored support to knife offenders as it can significantly reduce weapon carrying. Our priority is to change the culture and mentality in which some young people think that carrying a knife is acceptable.
United Against Knife Crime Tragedies
Trainings & Workshop
Our knife crime workshops have been specifically designed to raise awareness among young people about the hazards of carrying knives or other bladed articles.
There are two main ideas about why knife crime education programmes reduce violence. Firstly, increasing awareness of the consequences of knife crime deters young people from carrying knives or using them as weapons. Young people may also discuss the consequences of knife carrying and knife crime with their friends and family, further spreading awareness. Secondly, heightened awareness can help shift attitudes about the acceptability of carrying a knife and may encourage young people to challenge their peers who carry knives or are involved in knife crime.
young people under 24 in England and Wales, to the year ending March 23.
offences were recorded in the
12 months to March 2024.
young people under 24 in England and Wales, to the year ending March 23.
the pressing need for community-focused solutions.
the previous 12 months.
Help for children and young people
Know your rights as a victim
Empowering victims with knowledge about to human rights, ensuring access to support, justice, and resources to rebuild lives and regain confidence.
Criminal justice system (CJS)
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