VFBV

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that begins on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day.

It was started by activists at the inaugural Women’s Global Leadership institute in 1991 and continues to be coordinated each year by the Centre for Women’s Global Leadership. The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is used to call for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.

This year Respect Victoria are running their Respect Women: ‘Call it Out’ campaign to align with the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence along with the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) and the Domestic Violence Resource Centre Victoria.

Respect Victoria’s Respect Women: ‘Call it Out’ campaign encourages people to call out sexism, sexual harassment and disrespect against women.

To learn more about the Respect Women: ‘Call it Out’ campaign visit the Respect Victoria website. ( https://www.respectvictoria.vic.gov.au/campaigns/respect-women-call-it-out-active-bystander ) The Respect Victoria website provides resources and tips on what sexual harassment is, how to call out sexual harassment and how to report sexual harassment.

CFA is hosting Active Bystander Training on 10 December, which is a half-day course designed to equip people with the skills and confidence to identify and respond to instances of gender inequality.

The tools that are shared in this training can be used to challenge any form of discrimination, harassment, or bullying. They are designed to reinforce healthy, respectful behaviours, and to focus on what people in the workplace and communities can do to make a difference.

RSVP as soon as possible to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. as places are limited.

If you have experienced sexual assault or sexual harassment and would like to speak to someone for support and information you can contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). 1800 RESPECT is a national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service is open 24 hours to support people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse or www.1800respect.org.au

If you are not okay, or if you notice a change in someone you know, contact the CFA Wellbeing Support Line on 1800 959 232 to access free, confidential support that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  The support services include the Member Assistance Program with Psychologists and Counsellors, Traditional and Career Firefighter Peer Support Programs, Chaplaincy Program, Bullying and Harassment Hotline, Let Me Know web-based app, Centres Against Sexual Assault as well as other services provided by the Organisational Wellbeing team. To view the complete range of services, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/wellbeing