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There has been a fantastic focus recently on the silent scourge of domestic and family violence. The Government is finally acting to address this serious issue facing so many of our families in Australia. Yesterday the NSW Government announced a $60 million package investing in services and response in NSW, and will provide much needed enhancement to support those experiencing domestic violence.
The package recognises the need for interventions for perpetrators of violence, with the inclusion of mandated perpetrator programs. This increases the focus on men who choose to use violence and holds them accountable for their actions.
So today, we would like to recognise White Ribbon – Australia’s only national, male led Campaign to end men’s violence against women. Their vision is for all women to live in safety free from all forms of men’s violence. Their mission is to make women’s safety a man’s issue too.
Their campaign works through primary prevention initiatives involving awareness raising and education, and programs with youth, schools, workplaces and across the broader community.
They offer advice for what men can do of they suspect or witness violence, and provide a summary of national assistance services available to women in domestic violence situations.
And we just love their oath:
