$100,000 boost to prevent gender-based violence

THE NSW Government is investing more than $100,000 in 21 community initiatives promoting gender equality and preventing violence during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, November 25 to December 10. Projects across NSW include workshops, community forums, youth programs and awareness campaigns encouraging respectful relationships and challenging attitudes that tolerate violence. The funding supports the Government’s $38.3M prevention strategy, alongside a $184.1M boost to specialist domestic and family violence services. Minister Jodie Harrison said preventing violence required everyone to play a role. The initiatives aim to engage communities, promote equality and address harmful stereotypes before violence occurs. Support is available through 1800 RESPECT.