As part of the Roses Against Violence campaign, Trafford Council is working alongside Art with a Heart, schools, community groups, businesses, creative makers and residents across Trafford to create 10,000 handmade purple roses.
These roses will form a powerful public installation for International Women's Day 2027 (8 March), helping to shine a light on violence against women and girls and inspiring collective action across the borough.
Get involved
You can support the project by:
- Crocheting or knitting a purple rose
- Donating purple yarn
- Donating crochet hooks or knitting supplies
- Joining a community making session
- Encouraging friends, family and colleagues to get involved
- Helping spread the message across Trafford
To take part, or for more information, contact us using our online form.
Where to drop off your roses
You can drop off your crochet purple roses at any Trafford library.
Who can take part?
Everyone is welcome to take part.
No previous crochet experience is needed. There will be opportunities to learn, take part in group sessions and get involved in a way that works for you.