Starting November 25, the City of Casey will be taking part in a 16-day initiative, a global wide campaign against gender-based violence.
The goal is to raise awareness and incite action in not only preventing violence against women and girls but also ending it.
The campaign is backed by over 6000 organisations world wide, working towards promoting safety, respect and equality.
Casey has launched its own video underscoring this crucial campaign and championing an end to abuse and violence.
The new initiative has been dubbed as ‘Casey says NO to violence’.
The video featured Victoria Police and Casey councillors including Casey’s Mayor, Stefan Koomen.
“Every person in our community deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued and I’m proud to be part of this important campaign,” said the Mayor in a media release.
“The City of Casey stands united in saying NO to violence and these 16 days are a powerful reminder that change is possible when we stand together.”
Most recently in Casey, the Crime Statistics Agency reported a significant increase in reported family violence cases.
With a spike of 13.6 per cent from the previous year — the large majority impacted by the violence being women and girls.
Until December 10, throughout this campaign, the Casey council will work to provide resources and support services, ensuring that victims of domestic and family violence are aware of the ongoing help available to them.
For more information and resources go to casey.vic.gov.au/family-violence-help
If you or someone you know is impacted by family violence, you can visit 1800 RESPECT or call 1800 737 732 (24 hours), the national counselling service for specialist support and advice.
