Join the campaign to end violence against women
Published on 20 November 2024
Melton City Council will hold a range of events to help raise awareness and support the campaign for this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence.
The international campaign aims to strengthen action to end violence against women and girls around the world.
More than 1 in 3 women have experienced men’s violence. On average, a woman is killed by a man she knows every 10 days, and in 2024 that number is much higher.
The campaign begins on the 25 November to coincide with International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and ends on 10 December, which marks Human Rights Day.
Council encourages everyone to participate in the various activities being held throughout the campaign and help drive support for the elimination of violence against women and children in our communities.
For details on Council’s 16 Days of Activism events, visit melton.vic.gov.au/16days
Events in the City of Melton
Women’s Empowerment Yoga Workshops
Thursday 21, 28 November and 5 December, 6:15pm-7:15pm, Fraser Rise Children’s and Community Centre
Everyday Heroes Art Project: Brookfield
Saturday 23 November, 10:30am-12pm, Botanica Springs Children’s and Community Centre
Webinar: Understanding Gender Based Violence
Monday 25 November, 6pm-8pm, Online
Breaking the Silence: Bystander Power & Consent Awareness
Thursday 28 November, 6:00pm-8:00pm, Cobblebank Stadium Multipurpose Room
Women’s Karate Workshop
Friday 29 November, 4pm-6:30pm, Bridge Road Children’s and Community Centre
Everyday Heroes Art Project; Thornhill Park
Saturday 30 November, 10:30am-12pm, Thornhill Park Children’s and Community Centre
Leading Gender Equitable Sports Clubs Training
In-person: Wednesday 4 December, 6:30pm-8pm, Burnside Children’s and Community Centre
Online: Thursday 5 December, 6:30pm-8pm, via Zoom
Community Brunch: Commitment to Ending Gender Based Violence
Thursday 5 December, 12pm-2pm, Grace Community, 17 Yuille Street Melton
Craftivism Workshop at the Library
Thursday 5 December, 3pm-6pm, Caroline Springs Library
Everyday Heroes Art Project: Hillside
Saturday 7 December, 10:30am-12pm, Hillside Community Centre
Cupcake Decorating for Dads & Kids
Wednesday 11 December, 5:30pm-7pm, Mount Atkinson Children’s and Community Centre
If you or someone you know is experiencing or is at risk of experiencing family violence, please call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit the 1800RESPECT website.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger please call 000.
Quotes attributable to City of Melton CEO Roslyn Wai
“Everyone has a role to play in putting an end to gender-based violence in our community and creating a respectful and supportive culture, free from violence against women.’’
“All women and children in our community have the right to feel that they can go about their lives feeling safe and valued.”
“Council has collaborated with some wonderful community groups who are working hard in this area to help raise awareness of gender-based violence and provide support to those who may be experiencing it.”
“I encourage everyone to get involved in the events taking place during this year’s 16 Days of Activism and help take a stand against violence against women.”