Tragically, one woman on average dies in Australia as a result of domestic violence every week.
A number of significant dates are coming up in the next few weeks which shine the spotlight on this alarming figure and call the community to action – to end violence against women and support human rights.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Professional development webinars
Domestic Violence Service Directory
Friday, 20 November is White Ribbon Day
White Ribbon Day brings people together – in person and online – to raise awareness and commit to action to prevent men’s violence against women. In workplaces, schools and communities all over Australia, organisers are asking you to stand up, speak out and act to end gendered violence.
How you can help stop violence against women
Wednesday, 25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread, persistent and devastating human rights violations in our world today and remains largely unreported due to the impunity, silence, stigma and shame surrounding it. The United Nations designated November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women to raise awareness of these facts.
Campbelltown City Council will hold its annual Driving Out Violence Convoy on Wednesday, 25 November which will travel across the LGA to raise awareness. The convoy starts at West League Club at 9am. This date marks the start of 16 Days of Activism.
To find out more, including the route the convoy will take.
The Driving out Violence Convoy will pass Campbelltown Hospital (Parkside Cres) about 9.20am. Come out and show your support
Thursday, 10 December is World Human Rights Day
Human Rights Day is the day the United Nations adopted, in 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The declaration proclaims the rights which everyone is entitled to as a human being – regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. Available in more than 500 languages, it is the most translated document in the world.
What are the 16 Days of Activism and why should you care?
Each year, from 25 November to 10 December, the 16 Days of Activism campaign calls for action against one of the world’s most persistent violations of human rights – violence against women.
During the 16 Days of Activism, people around the world unite to raise awareness about gender-based violence, challenge discriminatory attitudes and call for improved laws and services to end violence against women for good.
SWSLHD professional development webinars for healthcare workers
South Western Sydney Local Health District is hosting a series of professional development webinars that will unpack some need-to-know information for building knowledge, skill and application to respond to violence, abuse and neglect.
The webinars start today, White Ribbon Day, and run during the 16 days of Activism, 25 November to 10 December.
SayNo2DV virtual breakfast – 2 December
The Camden/Wollondilly Domestic Violence Committee’s annual SayNo2DV breakfast has been redesigned to ensure it is COVID Safe. You can join the breakfast via Facebook to listen to a compelling interview via video with a survivor of domestic violence. She will talk about her journey and experiences – both good and bad. The breakfast will be held on Wednesday, 2 December from 8.30am to 9.15am.
To find out more
To register
Canterbury Bankstown Domestic Violence Service Directory
If you need help finding local domestic violence support services, visit cbdvsd.com.au
1800RESPECT 10 Year Anniversary
This year’s 16 Days of Activism campaign coincides with the 10th anniversary of the 1800RESPECT service.
The national sexual assault, domestic or family violence telephone service was started in 2010 as part of the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children. Under the National Plan, 1800RESPECT is to provide to support to people impacted by violence and abuse, their friends and family, and frontline workers in the sexual assault and domestic violence sectors.
Phone 1800 737 732 24 hours
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