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Let's Chat Gippsland - stopping violence against women and girls campaign runs until 10 December 2022
Services and organisations have joined forces to prevent gender-based violence in Gippsland.
Let's Chat Gippsland is this year's regional campaign as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against GenderBased Violence. Launching on 25 November and running until 10 December, Let's Chat Gippsland is a local approach to this global event. Our community is not safe for everyone. Violence against women and girls is particularly widespread.
Gender-based violence is rooted in gender inequality, the abuse of power and harmful norms and stereotypes
Let's chat
Gender-based violence is rooted in gender inequality, the abuse of power and harmful norms and stereotypes. The campaign theme of Let's Chat seeks to remind people that social and attitude change starts with a simple conversation. Gippslanders are encouraged to start a conversation, whether it be with their family, friends, colleagues, students or neighbours.
"We know that violence against women can be prevented and the first step is having important conversations about the issue and what we can all do" said Kate Graham, CEO Gippsland Women's Health.
This year sees a great diversity of free events and activities on offer across Gippsland. "It has been a truly collaborative effort," said Ms. Graham. Visit the Let's Chat website for more information, event details and bookings. Also, look out for our social media campaign #LetsChatGippsland
Events in South Gippsland
Mohya Davies, Mayor South Gippsland Shire Council said, "The 16 Days campaign shines a light on violence against all people, particularly women. The statistics are horrifying and it is important that campaigns like this continue to encourage positive conversations to put an end to this violence. If you can, please join us at an event in South Gippsland to show your support for an end to gender-based violence."
Events scheduled
Date/Time | Event | Location | Bookings |
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Thurs - Nov 24 - 3pm | Myli in Real Life: 16 Days of Activism Events | Mirboo North Library | Bookings via Eventbrite |
Nov 25 - Dec 10 | Spot the Logo | South Gippsland Various Locations | No booking required |
Mon 28 Nov Myli in Real Life: | 16 Days of Activism Events | Leongatha Library, 1pm Korumburra Library, 3pm | Bookings via Eventbrite |
Wed - 7 Dec-2.30pm | Let's Chat: Walk Against Family Violence | Meet in front of Memorial Hall, Leongatha | No booking required |
Pictures from 16 Days Gippsland website.
Source: http://gippsland.com/
Published by: news@gippsland.com
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