November 25 marks
both the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and
White Ribbon Day, the first day of the White Ribbon Campaign.
Anywhere from
one-quarter to one-third, and even up to one-half, of Australian women will
experience physical or sexual violence by a man at some point in their lives,
as nationally representative surveys have found.
On Monday 25th
November starting at 6pm YMCA Whittlesea is hosting a BBQ at Mill Park Leisure to help raise funds and
awareness to show our support for the White Ribbon Foundation. Come along and
show your support, all we ask is everyone who attends donates a gold coin and
wears something white on the night. If you are unable to make the BBQ but still
want to contribute we have White Ribbons and Wrist bands available at reception.
In the week leading up to the BBQ, we’ll have a ‘swear ‘board where you’ll be
able to swear your oath to stop violence against women. We hope to see everyone
there.
For more information on the White Ribbon Foundation please click the link
below.
http://www.whiteribbon.org.au/
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