MITCHELL Shire Council is inviting community members to join them for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.<\/p>\n
The 16 Days of Activism is a global campaign beginning on Monday 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and ending on Tuesday 10 December, Human Rights Day.<\/p>\n
The shire is partnering with Murrindindi Shire Council and more than 25 local organisations to make it clear that family violence is not tolerated or accepted within the community.<\/p>\n
Mitchell Shire mayor Cr John Dougall said council is proud to stand with community partners to raise awareness and promote action.<\/p>\n
“Every person deserves to feel safe, respected and valued, at home, at work, and in our community,” Cr Dougall said.<\/p>\n
“The 16 Days of Activism is a powerful reminder that change starts with us.<\/p>\n
“By standing together, we can challenge harmful behaviours, support victim survivors, and build a future where equality and safety are the norm.<\/p>\n
“Respect is shown in many forms- through healthy relationships, calling out harmful language, and making it clear that violence in any form is unacceptable.<\/p>\n
“We invite all members of our community to participate in events during the campaign.<\/p>\n
“Together, we can take meaningful steps toward change and show that we stand united in our commitment to ending violence.”<\/p>\n
The Community Bystander Action workshop is a free event designed to build knowledge and confidence to safely challenge disrespect and promote equality.<\/p>\n
It is open to all community members who want to know what they can do when they see something that doesn’t promote a just and safe world.<\/p>\n
Participants will learn how to recognise harmful behaviour, explore how gender inequality impacts everyday experiences, and understand the role each person plays in creating a respectful community.<\/p>\n
The session will be held from 5pm to 7.30pm on Thursday 27 November at the John Taylor Room, Kilmore Library. Light dinner will be provided.<\/p>\n
The Steps Towards Change Walk is being delivered in collaboration with Goulburn River Trail Park Run and Seymour Rotary Club’s Say No to Domestic and Family Violence campaign.<\/p>\n
It invites the community to take part in a two or five-kilometre walk\/run to show support for respectful relationships and safer communities.<\/p>\n
The event will include support service stalls, a coffee van and more. It will take place from 7.45am to 10.30am on Saturday 29 November in Lions Park along the Goulburn River Trail in Seymour.<\/p>\n
The next Coffee with a Cop at Seymour provides an opportunity to enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging in informal and safe conversations with local police officers.<\/p>\n
The event will take place from 9.30m to 11am on Thursday 4 December at Kings Perk Cafe. Free coffee will be provided.<\/p>\n
Available via the council website, Customer and Library Service Centres, community centres and support services, a Community Resource Guide includes information on local support services, how to identify and respond to family violence and what happens when you report it.<\/p>\n
For a full list of local support services and resources, visit Council’s Family Violence Support Services page.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
MITCHELL Shire Council is inviting community members to join them for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The 16 Days of Activism is a global campaign beginning on Monday 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and ending on Tuesday 10 December, Human Rights Day. The shire is partnering […]<\/p>\n