16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
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16 Days of Activism Against Gender - Based Violence
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16 Days of Activism Against Gender - Based Violence
The United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (16DOA) is an annual international campaign beginning on 25 November and running until 10 December.
DPV Health Activities to end Gender-Based Violence
Each year, DPV Health partners with a range of stakeholders to organise various events and activities to mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. These organisations include Hume City Council, City of Whittlesea, Women’s Health in the North, Whittlesea Community Connections, and Banksia Gardens Community Services.
In 2023, DPV Health was involved in the following activities:
- Walk Against Family Violence
- Respect, Empower, and Celebrate Women’s Wellbeing Day in partnership with Women’s Health in the North and City of Whittlesea
- ‘The Best Time in History to be a Dad‘ webinar presented by DPV Health and facilitated by Jeremy Macvean from The Father Hood
- Launch of the Hume Gender Equity in Sport Network in partnership with Hume City Council and Women’s Health in the North
- Intersectional Gender Impact Assessment Training
Ways to engage in activism against gender-based violence
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Be an active bystander
When a third-party steps in and becomes an active bystander, it helps to discourage the perpetrator and emotionally support the victim-survivor. It’s not always easy, but it can make a big difference. Learn more about being an active bystander. https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/media-and-resources/publications/bystander-research-project
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Know the facts
Find out the facts and myths about violence against women, so you can challenge common beliefs and attitudes:
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Support victim-survivors
If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, help is available. In case of immediate danger call Triple Zero (000) and ask for Police.
You can also contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732), 1800respect.org.au, the 24/7 national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.
Support victim-survivors
If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, help is available. In case of immediate danger call Triple Zero (000) and ask for Police.
You can also contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732), 1800respect.org.au, the 24/7 national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.
Get help and support
If you or anyone you know is experiencing family violence or any other kind of abuse, reach out for help. Is someone in danger now? Call 000 for an emergency.
To find out about DPV Health’s Family & Domestic Violence support services, click here. To book an appointment, call 1300 234 263 or to send an enquiry, click here. If you or anyone you know is experiencing family violence or any other kind of abuse, reach out for help.
Get help and support
If you or anyone you know is experiencing family violence or any other kind of abuse, reach out for help. Is someone in danger now? Call 000 for an emergency. To find out more about the support that is available, click here.
To find out more on DPV Health’s support services, click here. To book an appointment, call 1300 234 263 or to send an enquiry, click here. If you or anyone you know is experiencing family violence or any other kind of abuse, reach out for help.
National Helplines
State Helplines
Name | Number | Hours | Services offered |
The Orange Door |
1800 319 355 |
Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Free service for those experiencing family violence |
Safe Steps | 1800 015 188 |
24 hours a day
7 days a week |
24/7 family violence response centre |
Djirra | 1800 105 303 |
Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Aboriginal women’s service |
Switchboard Victoria | 1800 184 527 |
Every day
10am – 6pm |
Support for LGBTQI+ people |
Women’s Legal Service Victoria | 03 8622 0600
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Tues & Thurs
5:30pm – 7:30pm |
Free legal services for women |
Women’s Information Referral Exchange | 1300 134 130
|
24 hours a day
7 days a week |
Information, support and referrals for women, non-binary and gender-diverse people |
Women’s Housing Ltd | (03) 9412 6868 |
Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Helps women at risk of homelessness |
inTouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence | (03) 9413 6500 |
Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Family violence service, specialised in people from multicultural communities |
Dardi Munwurro | 1800 435 799
|
Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Healing and behavioural change for Aboriginal men and youth |
Centre Against Sexual Assault | 1800 806 292 | After hours
5pm – 9am |
Support and crisis line |
Local Helplines
Name | Number | Hours | Services offered |
Salvation Army Crossroads Family Violence Service | (03) 9353 1011 | Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Crisis intervention and family violence refuge |
Merri Health Victims Assistance Program | 1300 362 739 | Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Helps people who have experienced violence |
Women’s Information Support & Housing in the North | (03) 8692 2020 | Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Support for those experiencing family violence or homelessness, or at risk of homelessness |
Latrobe Community Health Service | 1800 242 696 | Mon – Fri
9am – 5pm |
Provides a variety of services |