The Mayor and Councillors of the Ballina Shire issue an urgent call to our community members and leaders to take a stand against domestic violence.
The escalating violence against women across Australia is deeply concerning for the community of Ballina Shire.
Join us 4pm Sunday 5 May 2024 at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre.
Speakers will include:
- Mayor Sharon Cadwallader
- Dave Harmon, Rotary Club of Ballina on Richmond
- Former New South Wales Detective Sergeant Damian Loone.
Dave Harmon, is instrumental in coordinating the DV Community Walk in November each year to advocate and raise awareness of domestic and family violence. David is a member of the Rotary Club of Ballina on Richmond, who are leading a ‘Rotary Says NO to Domestic and Family Violence’ campaign across 16 countries with over 1300 Rotary Clubs involved.
Damian Loone brings decades of expertise in addressing domestic violence and advocating for victims’ rights. His insight is invaluable as we come together to combat this pervasive issue.
Mr Loone calls on all men in Ballina Shire to make a stand to end violence against women, “we as men stand with our families and partners against violence.”
Mayor Cadwallader says “it is with heavy hearts we acknowledge over 30 women that have been tragically murdered in Australia this year. This alarming statistic, keeps climbing, and underscores the urgent need for action. Shockingly, about 1 in 4 Australian women have experienced violence from an intimate partner or family member since the age of 15.”
This gathering serves as a beacon of hope and solidarity, honouring those who have lost their lives to domestic violence and standing with victim-survivors.
This is a local, inclusive, family-friendly community event to raise awareness and to bring an end to domestic and family violence.
Bring Your Posters
We encourage attendees to bring along posters with messages to stop this violence. Let your voice be heard as we stand together against domestic violence.
Time is of the essence. We demand more from our government and legal system to protect and prevent gender-based violence in Australia. It’s time to change attitudes and ensure women do not feel silenced. Let us work together to empower women to speak up and change attitudes men have towards women.
For support or assistance, please call the toll-free number 1800RESPECT or visit 1800respect.org.au
