April is #SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth

1 in 5 women have experienced sexual violence since age 15*. But violence against women is preventable & we can all make a difference. Find resources for workplaces here bit.ly/3JaqXNA

[*Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021-22]

You don't need to be an expert, you just need to be supportive and empathetic.

Violence against women is a national crisis. But it is also preventable.

Are you a journalist reporting on #ViolenceAgainstWomen ? Entries for the 2024 Our Watch Award presented by Walkley Foundation close 15th April! Submit your entry below! bit.ly/3ewFYbU

When we empower young people through respectful relationships education, we are building a future free from violence for everyone.

How can we maintain hope in the face of a national crisis of #ViolenceAgainstWomen ? On 3rd April, Rosie Batty will address this at the National Press Club.

Our Watch is proud to partner with Rosie on this event. Tickets are sold out, waitlist here npc.org.au/speaker/2024/1…

Women with disabilities deserve safety, respect & a life free from violence.

This violence is preventable - and we all have a role to play in ending it.

Go to Changing the landscape for more info bit.ly/3GwGzad

*Centre of Research Excellence in Disability and Health

The language you use to describe violence against women matters.

Whether it's in the media, in our workplaces or in everyday conversations, listen closely to the way people discuss violence against women - and tell them if they need to do better.

The #media can play a role in ending #ViolenceAgainstWomen in Australia. Accurate, safe and respectful reporting is the first step.

Find more tips and resources for journalists on our website bit.ly/2rHChfy

“We want to see young men encouraged to be the best version of themselves by their teachers & school community. An easy way to do this is challenge rigid stereotypes & model a broad interpretation of masculinity.” Our Watch's Cara Gleeson in Women's Agenda bit.ly/3TrNdHx

Today is #CloseTheGap Day, a movement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and equality.

Everyone has a role to play in closing the gap – together we can create a future free from violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women!

“I’ve always believed in prevention. It’s not a simple solution, and change isn’t linear, so we need strong leadership.”

Last night, Our Watch Chair Moo Baulch joined Rosie Batty to discuss her upcoming book & our collective vision for a future free from violence.

Australian employers are now legally required to take active steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

Our Watch has developed free tools & resources for employers to help stop workplace sexual harassment before it starts:
workplace.ourwatch.org.au/lead-the-chang….

Join our free online Practice Forum: Exploring Men as Allies in the Workplace on March 26! Better understand how to empower men to champion gender equality & prevent workplace sexual harassment. Create positive change in your workplace, sign up here bit.ly/3TGtUvi

'...When it comes to violence against women, the only acceptable figure is zero.”

Our Watch's Cara Gleeson in this article for news.com.au

CW: Violence against women

bit.ly/43krANO

'By creating a culture of respect and equality, workplaces can prevent sexual harassment.'

Patty Kinnersly CEO Patricia Kinnersly shared how workplaces can end sexual harassment through our Lead the Change campaign in this article for the Northern Daily Leader. bit.ly/3TCtt5d

We’re thrilled to launch Lead the Change, our new campaign to end workplace sexual harassment. Our Watch is calling on business leaders to stop workplace sexual harassment before it starts. Use our tools and resources to get started. workplace.ourwatch.org.au/lead-the-chang…