Horsham Rural City Council is inviting community members to take part in a series of free activities during this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
Held internationally each year from 25 November to 10 December, the campaign encourages communities to raise awareness of gender-based violence, promote gender equality and support respectful relationships.
As part of the campaign, Council will host two free community screenings of Little Town Big Voices: Domestic Abuse in NSW at Wimmera Libraries Horsham branch on Wednesday 25 November and Wednesday 2 December.
The documentary explores the impacts of family violence on individuals, families and communities, while highlighting the importance of awareness, support and collective action in preventing violence before it occurs.
Mayor Cr Brian Klowss said the campaign provided an opportunity for the community to come together to learn, reflect and strengthen understanding of an issue that affects people from all walks of life.
“Family violence has a profound impact on individuals, families and communities, and preventing it requires all of us to play a role,” Cr Klowss said.
