16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence

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16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign that runs every year from November 25 (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to December 10 (Human Rights Day). Over these 16 days, Hume City Council joins communities around the world in the effort to prevent and eliminate violence against all women.  

Our work and the lessons we share go beyond these 16 days, striving for a future where everyone is safe, equal, and respected every day of the year.

Join 16DOA Events and Activities

This year, Hume City Council is partnering with local organisations to host free events and activities during the campaign. These events aim to spark conversation, encourage change, and foster a community committed to safety, equality, and respect for all.

Art Workshop by Arabic Welfare - Mural of Resistance

Arabic Welfare invites you to participate in a hands-on design workshop and conversation led by local Hume artist Ghassan Fatoohi. This event is part of the 16 Days of Activism and will contribute to the Painting the Mural of Resistance.

Date: Tuesday, 19 November 2024 

Time: 1 – 4pm 

Location: Homestead Community and Learning Centre, 50 Whiltshire Drive, Roxburgh Park, VIC 3064

To Register: Call 9380 9536

Mickleham North Walk Against Family Violence

Show your support for the prevention of family violence by wearing orange and taking a walk with your local Community Centre.  

Date: Monday, 25 November 2024 

Time: 10am – 11.30am 

Location: Mickleham North Community Centre 82-90 St Georges BLVD, Mickleham. Meeting in the foyer 9.45am 

More information: Please contact 93366440 or MichlehamNorthCC@hume.vic.gov.au

Registration Link: Mickleham North Community Centre - Walk Against Family Violence 2024 Tickets, Mon, Nov 25, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Free Health and Wellbeing Workshop for Men – English and Punjabi

Join us for a workshop designed to help men:

  • Make informed health decisions for themselves and their families
  • Learn about and access local health, wellbeing, and community services
  • Understand and improve their own and their family's health and wellbeing

Date: Monday, 25 November 2024 

Time: 12 – 1.30pm 

Location: Mickleham North Community Centre,82/90 St Georges Blvd, Mickleham VIC 3064

Registration Link: Healthy, Happy, and Harmonious: Men's and Women’s Wellbeing Tickets, Mickleham North Community Centre and Kalkallo Community Centre | TryBooking Australia

 

 

Free Health and Wellbeing Workshop for Women – English and Punjabi

Join us for a workshop designed to help women:

  • Make informed health decisions for themselves and their families
  • Learn about and access local health, wellbeing, and community services
  • Understand and improve their own and their family's health and wellbeing

Date: Monday, 25 November 2024 

Time: 2 – 3.30pm 

Location: Kalkallo Community Centre,33 Toyon Rd, Kalkallo VIC 3064

Registration Link: Healthy, Happy, and Harmonious: Men's and Women’s Wellbeing Tickets, Mickleham North Community Centre and Kalkallo Community Centre | TryBooking Australia

 

16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence community event

Hume City Council and Northern Community Legal Centre have partnered to deliver this community event to mark the annual campaign by Respect Victoria. Community members and local services are invited to join us at Broadmeadows Town Hall for an afternoon of learning and networking. The theme for this event is "Respect Is Strength: Stand Up, Speak Out".

The event will feature a performance from a local women's choir, an expert panel discussion with Q&A, afternoon tea and information stalls from our local family violence services.

Date: Tuesday, 26 November 2024 

Time: 1:30 – 3pm 

Location: Town Hall Broadmeadows, 10 Dimboola Road Broadmeadows, VIC 3047

Registration Link: Community Event: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Tickets, Tue, Nov 26, 2024 at 1:30 PM | Eventbrite

 

 

 

 

 

Aitken Hill Community Centre - Walk Against Family Violence 2024

Show your support for the prevention of family violence by wearing orange and taking a walk with your local Community Centre.  

Date: Tuesday, 26 November 2024 

Time: 10am – 11.30am 

Location: Aitken Hill Community Centre, 40 Waterview Boulevard, Craigieburn, 3064

More information: Please contact 93366440 or MichlehamNorthCC@hume.vic.gov.au

Registration Link: Mickleham North Community Centre - Walk Against Family Violence 2024 Tickets, Mon, Nov 25, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

 

Escape Bags available in Council Libraries

Our Hume libraries currently stock FREE Escape Bags filled with the necessities that you/your children may need when escaping an abusive or dangerous situation. This includes things like shampoo, conditioner, nappies and other toiletries. Speak to our friendly library staff to receive a bag.

Family Violence Support Services

If you or someone you know is experiencing or using violence, help is available.(PDF, 320KB) 

  • Safe Steps − confidential and supportive family violence response line for Victoria | 1800 015 188
  • The Orange Door − family violence support and services across Victoria
  • Elizabeth Morgan House − Aboriginal women's service that provides culturally safe, holistic case management and support 24/7 | 1800 364 297
  • Djirra − culturally safe space and practical support to all Aboriginal women | 1800 105 303
  • inTouch − specialist family violence service that works with multicultural women, their families, and their communities | 1800 755 988
  • 1800 RESPECT − national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service available via phone or online 24/7 | 1800 737 732
  • Kids Helpline − counselling service for Australian's aged 5-25 years old, available via phone and online 24/7 | 1800 55 1800
  • Rainbow Door − free specialist LGBTIQ+ helpline providing information, support and referral to all LGBTIQ+ Victorians, their friends and family | 1800 729 367
  • Men's Referral Service − anonymous and confidential phone counselling and support to help them take action to stop using violent and controlling behaviour | 1300 766 491
  • Seniors Rights Victoria − information and advice to help prevent elder abuse | 1300 368 821

If you believe someone is in immediate danger, call 000 and ask for the police.

Resources 

This 16 Days of Activism and beyond, let's change the story and create a future where we are all safe, equal and respected.

Watch the video in Vietnamese, Punjabi, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese/Cantonese, Farsi, Dari or Arabic. 

How to Respond if someone tell you they are experiencing family violence

16 Days of Activism Toolkit 2024

Recommended booklist

16 Days of Activism Toolkit 2024

https://www.respectvictoria.vic.gov.au/16-days-activism-toolkit-2024

Multilingual Resource

Multilingual-Family-Violence-Support-Resources.pdf(PDF, 1MB)

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