Yarra Council marks the worldwide 16 Days of Activism campaign with free community events and initiatives.
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign led annually by United Nations Women. It runs every year from 25 November (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day).
Yarra City Council is committed to a future where all members of the community are protected from family violence. We understand that family violence is a significant health and human rights issue and results in major health, social and economic consequences.
During the 16 Days of Activism, Yarra is joining the call alongside communities around the world to prevent and eliminate gender-based violence. Council is hosting two free community events designed to raise awareness and educate the community about family violence and its impacts.
Reflections: Fairfield AIDS Memorial Garden Celebration
Wednesday 29 November
5.30pm to 8pm
Fairfield AIDS Memorial Garden, Fairfield Polytechnic – 101 Yarra Bend Road, Fairfield
Hear reflections about the establishment of this special garden and the HIV/AIDS epidemic. This event will also feature an author talk with teacher, researcher and writer Geoff Allshorn and the opening of a new artwork by Yarra Youth Services Artists in Residence Nicky Tsekouras, Zeth Cameron and Josh Van Eymeren.
Women Making Waves: Special Free Edition
Saturday 25 November
6.30pm to 8.30pm
Collingwood Leisure Centre – 2-28 Turnbull Street, Clifton Hill
Women Making Waves is a regular women-only program run by Yarra Leisure. The session includes gym access, casual swimming and aqua classes, open lap lanes, general water play and use of the spa and sauna. Women of all ages, cultures and abilities are welcome.
This will be a special free edition of Women Making Waves to mark 16 Days of Activism. Bring a friend along to support the cause and discuss this year’s theme ‘To me, respect is…’
These events are delivered with support from the Victorian Government, Respect Victoria and Safe and Equal.
Yarra acknowledges that family violence can affect anyone. Council is committed to addressing family violence through a whole of community response by building a culture where all relationships are gender equitable, respectful and non-discriminatory.
Visit our website to see our family violence services and resources and read our Family Violence Organisational Statement.
