We are supporting Mission Australia....
We want to see a world where gender-based violence is eliminated, where people are able to feel safe within their own homes, communities and greater society. Currently this is not the case. Our world is plagued with violence in all forms - where one in four women and one in thirteen men experience violence from an intimate partner (Mission Australia), one in five Torres Strait Islander women aged 15 have experienced physical violence (Our Watch), one in four children are exposed to domestic violence (NSW Government - Communities and Justice) and so much more. As a progressive nation, it is our responsibility to raise awareness of this violence that is currently being hidden and increased in the light of COVID-19. COVID-19 is a reality that is harming many people’s lives with increased closed doors and lockdowns, the voices of suffering individuals go unheard.
Our initiative is to explore different issues surrounding gender-based violence to bring awareness and educate our audience on what this often misconceived issue truly is and the ramifications of it going unnoticed. We are writing for change and this is where you as readers come in.
All the funds raised will go towards Mission Australia which is an organisation whose goals align with our own. Donations raised go towards research, advocacy for law reforms, ending homelessness, supporting people in need, youth programs and more. This is a way you can contribute to Australia - in a way that changes, empowers and transforms our nation for the greater good.
Thanks Caity, the Latin sessions are helpful.