16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign
We all deserve to be safe, equal and respected.
On average, one woman in Australia is killed by a man they know each week. It doesn’t have to be this way.
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign led annually by UN Women from 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day). The campaign promotes gender equality and encourages communities to take action to prevent gender-based violence.
In Victoria, the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign is led by Respect Victoria, supported by Safe + Equal.
Council was proud to support the campaign once again in 2025.
Visit the Safe + Equal website to see events happening in your community.
Webinars
Respect Is: Supporting young people to build healthy relationships
In November 2025 Council partnered with Monash City Council, Knox City Council and Yarra Ranges Council to deliver a webinar addressing the importance of healthy relationships in the lives of young people. Parents and carers were invited to learn more about breaking down gender stereotypes, encouraging respect and how to have important conversations around wellbeing with their young people.
The webinar was moderated by Rana Hussain, a pioneer in the realms of inclusion and belonging. With a career marked by a relentless pursuit of positive change and a deep commitment to fostering inclusivity, Rana stands as a powerful advocate for social integration and reduction of discrimination. The panel of speakers included: Lindsay Marchment, social worker and project manager at The Man Cave; Jessica Sanders, social worker, educator and best-selling, award-winning author; and Angie Tsimaras, third-year Bachelor of Biomedical Science scholar and neurodiversity mentor at Deakin University.
You can view a recording of the webinar below:
Start the Conversation: Family Violence Prevention is Everyone’s Business
In December 2024 Council partnered with Monash City Council and Knox City Council to deliver a webinar addressing the impacts of family violence. The webinar provided information on available support for those experiencing family violence, examined key drivers of family violence such as gender inequality, and discussed strategies for preventing family violence.
The webinar was moderated by Patricia Karvelas, a prominent Australian journalist, television and radio host, podcaster, political journalist, and commentator. The panel of speakers included: Professor JaneMaree Maher from Centre for Women’s Studies and Gender Research, Sociology, Monash University; Julie-Ann, an advocate with lived experience; and Trent Larkman, a primary prevention and inclusivity educator.
You can view a recording of the webinar below: