Media Release: White Ribbon Day

A lot of swearing going on this
White Ribbon Day 25 November

November 25 marks White Ribbon Day, the United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. In Australia, the White Ribbon Campaign works to prevent violence against women by encouraging men and boys to take positive action to create change. The Campaign aims to have all Aussie men take an oath and “swear” never to commit, never to excuse and never to remain silent about violence against women. This year, the Campaign aims to have one million Aussie men take the oath!

One in three Australian women will be a victim of physical or sexual violence or abuse in her lifetime. They are the mothers, sisters, daughters or friends of men across Australia.

The White Ribbon Campaign is supported by the White Ribbon Foundation as a national Campaign to prevent and reduce violence and abuse of women. It is unique because of the focus on encouraging men to take the lead in their immediate communities and networks, by speaking out about violence and challenging the attitudes that allow violence in our society.

You can join the ranks of men supporting the Campaign by swearing at www.myoath.com.au.
By wearing a white ribbon or wristband on White Ribbon Day, November 25, you can show your support for the Campaign.

For more information about White Ribbon Day visit www.whiteribbonday.org.au

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