16 Days in WA events

Halls Creek

• Men's Group event

Men's only event with guest speakers and lunch.

Location: Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation, Halls Creek
Organiser: Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation
Contact: hamza.riaz@yyms.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event

Narrogin

• 16 Days Morning Tea

Activities include lip gloss making & earrings. Together, we will create a community commitment cloth by placing orange handprints on white fabric as a sign of our promise to work towards a future free from violence. 

Purpose: Each handprint represents our commitment to stand up, speak out, and support change. This is a moment to reflect, honour survivors, and unite for safer futures for women and families in our community.

Time: 11:00am to 2:00pm
Location: 2 Grant street Narrogin
Organiser: KEEDAC & Southern Aboriginal Corpration
Contact: 
Lauressa Bolton - 
Mobile 0491 977 737 
Email: lauressa.bolton@keedac.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event

Rivervale

• Safe Homes, Safe Lives - Understanding Housing and Family Violence

As part of the 16 Days in WA campaign, Aboriginal Family Legal Services (AFLS) will host a community awareness event “Safe Homes, Safe lives” focusing on the critical connection between family and domestic violence (FDV), housing stability, and tenancy advocacy.
The session aims to raise awareness about how secure housing can empower survivors to rebuild their lives free from violence. It will also highlight culturally safe support services available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
Through interactive discussions, short presentations, and community engagement activities, this event will promote collaboration among community organisations, housing providers, and support services to strengthen safety, stability, and wellbeing across our communities.

Limited spots available.

Time: 9:30am to 12:30pm
Location: Aboriginal Family Legal Services, 113 Orrong Road, Rivervale
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Services
Contact: 
Aboriginal Family Legal Services, Community Engagement Workers
Phone: (08) 9355 1502 or email: cewmetro@afls.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event

Waroona

• Educate, motivate and advocate

Play your part in stopping Family and Domestic Violence. Join us in making a difference and spreading awareness.

Guest speaker, and light refreshments.

Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: Waroona Community Resource Centre, 10 Henning Street, Waroona
Organiser: Candice Look
Contact: 
Email: programs@waroonacrc.com.au
Phone: (08) 9733 3011
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from Eventbrite website

Esperance

• Raising Awareness to end Family and Domestic Violence

Raising awareness to end Family and Domestic Violence.

Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Men's Shed Esperance, 23 Simpson Street, Chadwich, Esperance 
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Services
Ticket cost: Free event

Greenfields

• Sexual Assault and Seeking Support Morning Tea

Join the Aboriginal Family Legal Services, in collaboration with Nidjalla Waangan Mia, for a morning tea session on sexual violence, and seeking support. The Aboriginal Family Legal Services will launch a community education program on Coercive Control which is trauma-informed to support community members understanding of Coercive Control; recognising the signs and what you can do to seek help. This program is targeted for women who may be experiencing FDV or are victim-survivors seeking support and working towards their healing and recovery journey.

Limited spots available.

Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Nidjalla Waangan Mia Health Service, 112 Lakes Road, Greenfields 
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Services
Contact: 
To register, please contact:
Aboriginal Family Legal Services 
Community Engagement Workers
Email: cewmetro@afls.org.au 
Phone: (08) 6559 2420 
Ticket cost: Free event - registration recommended (see above)
Event information: AFLS website

Halls Creek

• Women's Group event

Women's only event with guest speakers and lunch.

Time: 10:30am
Location: Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation, Halls Creek
Organiser: Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation
Contact: hamza.riaz@yyms.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event

Katanning

• DV Assist training

Responding to difficult situations and trauma-informed de-escalation’ and:

• 'Vicarious trauma and self-care’ (for front line workers)
• a community session on understanding FDV in the afternoon

Time: 9:00am to 3:30pm
Location: Katanning Public Library and Art Gallery, 16 Austral Terrace, Katanning 
Organiser: DV Assist
Contact: 
Deb: phone 0484 267 986 or email deb@dvassist.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event

Joondalup

• Joondalup March: Play Your Part

The day will feature keynote speakers, including lived experience experts and leaders in the fight to end violence, offering insights and inspiration. Explore a variety of stallholders, showcasing local services, resources, and support networks, and learn how you can contribute to making a difference. The event will culminate in a march, where we’ll walk together to raise awareness and show solidarity with survivors of violence.

Time: 9:30am to 12:00pm
Location: Joondalup Central Park, 187 Grand Boulevard, Joondalup
Organiser: Department of Communities - Mirrabooka and Joondalup Family Safety Service
Contact: 
Phone: Daisy - 0477 048 352 or Carrie - 0478 271 847
Ticket cost: Free event

South Hedland

• Free BBQ Breakfast

Join us for a BBQ Breakfast to raise awareness about Family and Domestic Violence (FDV).

We’re inviting the community to come together in the morning for a relaxed and welcoming BBQ breakfast, where we’ll share important information about what FDV looks like, how to seek help, and how we can all play a role in prevention.

This event is part of the 16 Days of Activism campaign and will also highlight upcoming activities and support services available in Hedland.

Time: 8:00am to 11:00am
Location: South Hedland Town Square, Corner of Leake St and, McLarty Blvd, South Hedland
Contact: 
Rhiannon Holmes: ph 0415 731 994 or email Rhiannon.holmescinquina@fortescue.com 
Aboriginal Family Legal Services (AFLS) South Hedland, Stephanie Brahim - ph 0408 729085
Ticket cost: Free event

Albany

• Crochet Circle

Join one of our Crochet Circle Workshops and meet a relaxed gathering of women who love to crochet (or want to learn).

Whether you're a complete beginner, or have a few projects under your belt, our friendly group will show you the ropes. Crochet hooks, yarn and morning tea provided!

This is a safe place to gather and support each other.

Time: 9:30am to 12pm
Location: Museum of the Great Southern, Residency Road, Albany 
Organiser: Museum of the Great Southern
Contact: 
Catherine Salmaggi 
Email: catherine.salmaggi@museum.wa.gov.au
Phone: 9841 4844
Ticket cost: Free event
More information: Facebook

Bridgetown

• Play Your Part: Community Afternoon Tea

Come along for a cuppa and a chat with DV Assist, as part of the 16 Days Campaign. For 16 days in November and December, the community is invited to take a part in encouraging change to stop violence against women.

Thanks to support from WACHS we will host DV Assist to have a community discussion on how we all play a part in building safer, more respectful relationships and community.  

Everyone is welcome: mums, dads, all family members, Elders, and all community members.

Time: 1.30pm to 3pm
Location: Bridgetown Hub Community Centre, Corner of Roe Street and Steere Street, Bridgetown 
Organiser: Bridgetown Hub and WACHS
Contact: 
Bridgetown Hub: email admin@bridgetownhub.com.au or phone (08) 9761 2139
Ticket cost: Free event
More information: Facebook

Carnarvon

• Community BBQ

Join Mission Australia and other local organizations on Wednesday, 3 December for a community BBQ in support of the 16 Days of Activism. We’re inviting everyone to come together, share a meal, and stand united against gender-based violence. And yes - there will be cupcakes! Don’t miss out. Let’s come together, take action, and make a difference.

Time: 10am
Location: Carnarvon Foreshore 
Organiser: Local organsations including Mission Australia
Contact: Mission Australia Carnarvon, Phone: (08) 9941 4260
Ticket cost: Free event

• Town Beach BBQ

BBQ at the Front beach on the Fascine.

Time: 10am to 1pm
Location: Front Beach Fascine
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Service
Contact: Kelly Capewell, Phone: 0456917621
Ticket cost: Free event

Cloverdale

• Family Violence and Discrimination Community Discussion

Join the Aboriginal Family Legal Services for morning tea and an informal discussion about family and domestic violence and the discrimination Aboriginal people face - including some Aboriginal people’s experiences in comparison to non-Aboriginal people.

Limited spots available.
Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Ruth Faulkner Library - Events Room, 213 Wright Street, Cloverdale 
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Services
Contact: 
To register, please contact:
Aboriginal Family Legal Services 
Community Engagement Workers
Email: cewmetro@afls.org.au 
Phone: (08) 9355 1502 
Ticket cost: Free event - registration recommended (see above)
Event information: AFLS website

Geraldton

• 2-Hour DV-aware Workshop

2-Hour DV-aware is an interactive workshop where you will learn how to recognise and respond to domestic and family violence and what you can to do to help make a difference.

In attending our 2-Hour DV-aware Workshop, you will:

• know how to identify the different signs and forms of abuse that constitute domestic and family violence
• learn about the Cycle of Violence and the Power and Control Wheel (The Duluth Model)
• reflect on and share what you can do if you know someone who is experiencing domestic and family violence
• have an opportunity to network with other individuals
• receive tools and references for domestic and family violence support and referral.

Time: 1pm to 3pm
Location: Murchison Region Aboriginal Corporation (MRAC) 
25 Crawford St, Geraldton WA
Organiser: Lifeline
Contact: Email: training.dvalert@lifeline.org.au
Tickets available from: DV-alert website

Halls Creek

• Mums and bubs morning tea

Mothers with kids event with guest speakers and lunch.

Time: 10:30am
Location: 
Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation, Halls Creek
Organiser: Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation
Contact: hamza.riaz@yyms.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event

Halls Head

• Rethinking Strength: Engaging Men and Boys to Prevent Family and Domestic Violence

This event will explore healthy masculinity, respect, and the vital role men and boys can play in building safer families and communities. Through open conversation and lived experience, we’ll challenge old narratives and promote new pathways forward.

Time: 10:30am to 1:00pm
Location: Halls Head Parade Community and Sports Facility, 1 Halls Head Parade, Halls Head
Organiser: Stronger Families Foundation
Contact:
Geoff Hart-Davies
Email: ghd@strongerfamilies.com.au
Phone: 0413 615500
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from: Humanitix
Event information: Humanitix

Leederville

• #ActTogether: Perth film launch and panel discussion

Join us for the Perth launch of #ActTogether, a powerful community-driven short film created by and in the West Kimberley community of Derby. This thought-provoking project shines a light on family and domestic violence from a prevention perspective, amplifying real voices and lived experiences. #ActTogerther aims to spark meaningful conversations, inspire collective action, and strengthen our shared commitment to ending violence before it begins.

Following the screening, stay for a panel discussion featuring local advocates and experts, and connect with others during a networking session designed to foster collaboration and community. Let’s come together to listen, learn, and #ActTogether.

This event is part of 16 Days in WA, a statewide campaign running from 25 November to 10 December. This year’s theme Stopping Family and Domestic Violence: Play Your Part calls on all Western Australians to challenge harmful behaviours and attitudes, and help build a safer, more respectful community for everyone.

Time: 6:15pm to 8:30pm
Location: Luna Palace Cinemas Leederville 
Organiser: Anglicare WA
Contact:
Tanami Ashby-Deering: email Tanami.Ashby-Deering@anglicarewa.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from Humanitix

Maylands

• 2-Hour DV-aware Workshop

2-Hour DV-aware is an interactive workshop where you will learn how to recognise and respond to domestic and family violence and what you can to do to help make a difference.

In attending our 2-Hour DV-aware Workshop, you will:

• know how to identify the different signs and forms of abuse that constitute domestic and family violence
• learn about the Cycle of Violence and the Power and Control Wheel (The Duluth Model)
• reflect on and share what you can do if you know someone who is experiencing domestic and family violence
• have an opportunity to network with other individuals
• receive tools and references for domestic and family violence support and referral.

Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Rise Maylands
Function Suite, 28 Eighth Avenue
Organiser: Lifeline
Contact: Email: training.dvalert@lifeline.org.au
Tickets available from: DV-alert website

Nannup

• 16 Days in WA – Nannup District High School Assembly

Funded by Holyoake and supported by Nannup LDAG.

Join us on Wednesday, 3 December 2025 at 9:30 AM for a special assembly at Nannup District High School to raise awareness about stopping Family and Domestic Violence. This initiative promotes respectful relationships, resilience, and help-seeking behaviours among young people.
Wear orange to show your support and stay for a Community Morning Tea. Highlights include announcing winners of the Colouring-In Competition (Kindy–Year 6) and High School Poster Design Challenge, with gift card prizes for top entries.

Winning posters will be displayed around town with QR codes linking to support services such as Holyoake, Headspace, 1800RESPECT, and Kids Helpline. Everyone is welcome - let’s work together to create a safe, inclusive community.
 

Time: 9:30am
Location: Nannup District High School, Undercover area, Lot 232 Bishop Street, Nannup 
Contact: Shire of Nannup, Community Development Officer - phone 9756 1018 or email 
apryl.longford@nannup.wa.gov.au
Ticket cost: free event
Event information: Shire of Nannup 

Perth

• Technology-Facilitated Abuse and Legal Services - Training workshop for lawyers and workers in Community Legal Centres

Please join the team at Women's Legal Service WA, supported by staff from Beyond Bank, for a free training and networking afternoon for CLC lawyers and workers. 

• Two CPD points for lawyers
• 1pm – introductions, lunch
• Register for CPD, lunch, networking
• 1.30pm to 4.00pm: training workshop
• Focus on the relationship between technology facilitated abuse (TFA) and the law. Supporting lawyers and workers in CLCs to assess and respond to TFA risk to clients
• How TFA impacts clients
• Current research
• Impact of TFA on different types of legal matters
• Methodology to support addressing TFA with clients
• Balancing technology safety and evidence collection
• Practical demonstration of cloud account and online banking safety mechanisms - bring your phone
• 4pm to 5pm: networking event
• Food and drink provided - thanks to Beyond Bank
• Presenters:
  • Dr Monica Cass, Policy Projects Manager, WLSWA
  • Brielle Jowle-Gill, Lawyer, WLSWA
  • Beyond Bank Representative

Time: 1:00pm
Location: CPSU Building, Level 6, 445 Hay Street, Perth
Organiser: Women's Legal Service WA
Contact: Monica Cass at monica@wlswa.org.au for further information
Tickets available from: Humanitix

Port Hedland

• Understanding Family and Domestic Violence - Work shop, Lunch and Meet and Greet

Join us on 3 December 2024 for a free community workshop in Port Hedland as part of 16 days in WA. This 1.5-hour session will provide practical guidance on recognising when someone may be experiencing family and domestic violence (FDV), along with ways to support them safely and effectively. 

Following the workshop, attendees are invited to stay for a lunch and networking session with local FDV specialists, offering an opportunity to connect with services available in the Hedland region.

Location: Jimblebar Function room, Wanangkura Stadium, Port Hedland
Organiser: DVassist
Contact: 
Email: deb@dvassist.org.au 
Phone 1800 080 083
Ticket cost: Free event

Roebourne

• Mawankarra Health Service

It is our service intention to acknowledge the women who have passed due to FDV incidences by placing an orange heart shaped piece of cardboard on a stake and display them on the pathway leading into our clinic.  

A morning tea table will be set up with 16 Days in WA resources and alike to begin the conversation with patients, clients and community members visiting the clinic on the day about playing a part in preventing FDV and speaking up for those who cannot. 

We will also have a pledge tree for anyone to write their thought on FDV in our local community. These will then be displayed out our Safe House for clients to reflect on.

Location: Mawarnkarra Health Service Main Clinic, 20 Sholl Street, Roebourne
Organiser: Mawarnkarra Health Service Main Clinic
Contact:
Vashti Sambo
Email: safehouseteamleader@mhs.org.au
Phone 0492 587298
Ticket cost: Free event

South Hedland

• FDV Education Forum - Recognise and respond to FDV

DV Assist, in partnership with local services and the Town of Port Hedland, is hosting an interactive community workshop as part of the 16 days in WA campaign on 3 December 2025 at Wanangkura Stadium (Jimblebar Function Room).

The event includes a 1.5-hour workshop (11:00-12:30pm) focused on understanding how to recognise the signs of family and domestic violence and ways to offer support. This will be followed by a lunch and networking session (12:30-1:00pm), giving participants the opportunity to connect with local FDV specialists and services.  

Supported by the Department of Communities and the Hedland Family Violence Action Group, this event aims to strengthen community awareness and collaboration in preventing and responding to FDV.

Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm
Location: Wanangkura Stadium: Jimblebar Function Room, Hamilton Road, South Hedland 
Organiser: DVassist
Contact: 
Deb - email deb@dvassist.org.au or phone 1800 080 083
AFLS South Hedland: phone 0408 729085
Ticket cost: Free event

Fremantle

• Coercive Control Yarn

Join the Aboriginal Family Legal Services in collaboration with Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre for an interactive session on what coercive control looks like for Aboriginal families and how to seek support in a supportive, culturally- safe environment.

Limited spots available.

Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre, 12 Captains Lane, Fremantle
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Services
Contact: 
To register, please contact:
Aboriginal Family Legal Services 
Community Engagement Workers
Email: cewmetro@afls.org.au 
Phone: (08) 9355 1502 
Ticket cost: Free event - registration recommended (see above)
Event information: AFLS website

Fremantle

• 16 Days Community Event - Play Your Part

Join us for a community event and sausage sizzle to raise awareness about Family and Domestic Violence (FDV).

There will be a range of services present to share information about what FDV can look like and what resources and help are available.

This event will provide a space to reflect on how we can all play our part to stop Family and Domestic Violence.

Thank you to the Fremantle Lions Club and the City of Fremantle for the support with providing the sausage sizzle.

Time: 11am to 1pm
Location: Fremantle - Walyalup Koort (outside the library)
Organiser: Department of Communities - Fremantle Family Safety Service, with support from City of Fremantle
Contact: 
Monique Rock & Kath Bailey
Email: fssfremantle@communities.wa.gov.au 

Kununurra

• 16 Days in WA – Community Screening Evening - Stories of Prevention, Healing, and Community Strength

Join us for a community screening evening with films, talks & a shared meal during 16 Days in WA, highlighting prevention, healing and resilience.

Time: 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Location: Kununurra Picture Gardens, 39 Coolibah Dr, Kununurra 
Organiser: Kununurra Waringarri Aboriginal Corporation (KWAC) and Gawooleng Yawoodeng Aboriginal Corporation (GY)
Contact: Email: lisa.grieve@kwac.com.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Event information: Humanitix

Melville

• Empowering Her: Showing up for yourself

Join author Monique Mulligan and domestic violence advocate Tinashe La for an empowering evening of conversation about Tinashe's courageous story of overcoming abuse and learning to show up for herself. Author of novels Wherever You Go and Wildflower, Monique Mulligan is a multi-passionate creative fascinated by the simple things in life, the extraordinary ordinary and human behaviour. Monique writes A Life (Extra) Ordinary on Substack.

Tinashe La is a survivor of family, domestic and sexual violence and author of the book 'Greener Pastures beyond Mt.Abuse'. She is a lived experience advocate for Ruah’s “my story my time” and part of WA's first Lived Experience Advisory Group. She works for the Centre for Women’s Safety and Wellbeing as a chair for the Advisory Group for Refugee and Migrant Communities in Western Australia. She also works for Shalom Drug Rehabilitation as a counsellor and mentor in between working for her counselling practice.

Time: 6:45pm to 8pm
Location: AH Bracks Library, corner of Stock Road and Canning Highway, Melville
Organiser: City of Melville Libraries
Contact:
Lorraine Horsley or Val Zimdahl: Phone (08) 9364 0115 or email lorraine.horsley@melville.wa.gov.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Bookings and event information: City of Melville website

South Hedland

• FDV Educational Luncheon

Luncheon, giveaways, organisations to discuss assistance available for victims of Family and Domestic Violence in the Pilbara.

Time: 10am to 2pm
Location: IBN building, 3 Brand Street, South Hedland
Organiser: Dolly Colfer
Contact: Phone: 0436 811 275 or email: ColferD@missionaustralia.com.au
Ticket cost: Free event

Warwick

• IDPwD and 16 Days in WA Morning Tea & Panel

Join us for a Panel and Morning Tea as we mark International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) and 16 Days in WA.

This year’s themes - “Celebrating Our Unity” for IDPwD and “Stopping Family and Domestic Violence: Play your part” for 16 Days in WA - highlight the power of collaboration and the role we all play in creating safer, more inclusive communities.

Hear from lived experience voices as they discuss accessibility, inclusion, safety, and prevention of family and domestic violence, and explore how everyone can contribute to a community where people with disability can participate fully, safely, and free from prejudice.

Enjoy morning tea, networking, and meaningful conversation in a welcoming space.

Use code IDPWD to access tickets.

Time: 9:30am to 12pm
Location: Troy Pickard Hockey Centre, 86 Lloyd Dr, Warwick
Organiser: Patricia Giles Centre for Non-Violence
Contact: Modified Service Delivery Team
Phone: (08) 9300 0340 or email: msd@pgcnv.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event
Bookings and event information: Humanitix

Geraldton

• DV-alert 2-Day First Nations Accredited Workshop

This 2-Day First Nations Workshop is offered at no cost to help frontline workers understand the unique cultural dynamics of family violence within First Nations communities. This workshop is for frontline workers to learn how to recognise the signs of family violence, respond appropriately, and refer to support services relevant to First Nations communities. 

It covers the nature and scope, patterns and impacts of family violence, what to consider for diverse groups, communication skills, safety planning, referral pathways and more. The First Nations Workshops are co-delivered and led by First Nations Subject Matter Experts.

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is provided.

Time: 9am to 5pm
Location: Murchison Region Aboriginal Corporation, 25 Crawford St, Spalding, Geraldton
Organiser: Lifeline WA
Contact: Email: dvalert@lifelinewa.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from: DV-alert website
Event information: DV-alert website

Balgo

• Safe Families, Strong Community - Balgo

Wirrimanu Aboriginal Corporation will assist KAMS and Balgo Police to hold a BBQ at the Balgo Pool with women and children to raise awareness of gender-based violence by empowering women to seek help.

We will be handing out flyers and care packs whilst holding a BBQ.

Time: 1pm
Location: Balgo Swimming Pool area, Balgo
Organisers: Wirrimanu Aboriginal Corporation, KAMS and Balgo Police
Contact: Wirrimanu Aboriginal Corporation - phone Tracey on 0402 720 256 or email admin@wirrimanu.org.au

Geraldton

• AFLS - Father Son Barefoot Lawn Bowls

Afternoon fun of Lawn Bowls with father son teams or uncle nephew etc. celebrating our Men/Role Models in community. Free Meal, Prizes etc.

Time: 4pm to 6:30pm
Location: Wonthella Bowling Club 258 Eighth St, Wonthella, Geraldton
Organiser: Steven Kelly
Contact: Steven Kelly
Phone: 0492064417 or email: Steven.kelly@afls.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event

Midland

• Midland March That Matters

The Swan Family and Domestic Violence Network invites you to the 12th Midland March That Matters.

'Play Your Part' by helping raise awareness for family and domestic violence in the Swan community and joining us to say that there is 'No Excuse for Abuse'.

• 10am - welcome and speeches
• 10.45am - march
• 11am to 1pm - free food, stalls and activities

Time: 10am
Location: Juniper Gardens (behind Midland Dome), Midland
Organiser: Swan Family and Domestic Violence Network
Contact: Email: mmtmswanfdv@gmail.com
Ticket cost: Free event

Newman

• Splash for Change

Enjoy BBQ, Music and Inflatable Fun while taking a stand for respect and safety in our community.

Time: 3pm to 6pm 
Location: Newman Aquatic Centre, Newman
Organiser: Newman Women's Shelter
Contact: Email: enquiries@newmanws.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event

South Hedland

• SLAM Pop-Up

Our final HFVAG collaborative event will be led by Mission Australia during Friday night SLAM. This special session will focus on educating young people about the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships and empowering them with knowledge on how we can all contribute to ending Family and Domestic Violence in our community.

Through sport, conversation, and connection, we’ll use this platform to spread awareness and promote respectful relationships as part of the 16 Days in WA campaign.

Time: 5:00pm to 8:00pm 
Location: 
JD Hardie Youth and Community Hub, Lot 5991 Cottier Drive, South Hedland 
Organiser: Mission Australia
Contact: Dolly Colfer: ph 9174 4801 or email colferd@missionaustralia.com.au 
Ticket cost: Free event

Bunbury

• Playing your Part

Advocating to reduce FDV, White Ribbons will be distributed to members of the public at the Bunbury Markets. Zonta Bunbury members, Kingia Z Club and Manea Senior College Z Club members will hand out brochures providing information on support agencies available for those impacted by Family and Domestic Violence.  Conversations on issues impacting victim survivors and the provision of information on where they can gain information and support is the aim. This event is gender neutral, culturally and LGBTQI+ aware.

Time: 8am to 2pm
Location: Bunbury Markets, Coronation Street, Bunbury.  Special Zonta Gazebo will be on site.
Organiser: Tyril Houghton, Zonta Club of Bunbury
Contact: Tyril Houghton 
Email: houghton@westnet.com.au 
Phone: 0400252076  
Ticket cost: Free event

Bunbury

• Bunnings Sizzle with Harbour

Bunnings Bunbury - Sausage Sizzle. 

Sizzle: $3.50 Drinks: $2.00

Time: 8am to 3:30pm
Location: Bunnings Bunbury, corner of Mervyn Street and Blair Street, Bunbury
Organiser: Harbour
Contact: email briana@harbour.org.au or phone  0474 470 239
Event information: Harbour

Darlington

• Standing Together presentation

We can all support the prevention of family and domestic violence whether or not we are likely to experience violence in our own lives.

Hosted by St Cuthbert's Anglican Church, Darlington and facilitated by Anglicare WA, the one hour long Standing Together presentation offers parishioners and local community members the opportunity to grow and align their understanding of the many forms of family and domestic violence and what drives its prevalence, to support ongoing conversation and consideration of how we can all be a part of its prevention.

This event is open to everyone aged 18 years and over.

Time: 11am to 12pm
Location: St Cuthbert’s Church, corner of Darlington and Hillsden Roads, Darlington 
Organiser: Anglican Parish of Darlington-Bellevue
Contact: The Reverend Peregrin Campbell-Osgood
Email: info@hillsanglicans.com 
Phone: 0422 857 522
Ticket cost: Free event
Event information: Facebook

Joondalup

• Let's Talk About It Ladies Night

With the prevalence of domestic violence across Australia, this is issue is also faced by migrant families. We are a church consisting of members predominantly from African backgrounds and having workshops raising awareness around family and domestic violence is critical.

Time: 5:30pm
Location: 1/15 Vanden Way, Joondalup
Organiser: Voice of Hope Church
Contact: Gracia Mukiibi: phone 0402 680324 or email gracia@vohim.com
Ticket cost: Free event

Newman

• Newman Library Book Club with Rosie Batty

Join us for a special 16 Days in WA Book Club event!

We’re reading “Hope” by the incredible Rosie Batty - a powerful story of courage, advocacy, and healing.

This is a beautiful opportunity for our community to come together, reflect, and talk about resilience, safety, and support. Everyone is welcome.
Bring your book, your thoughts, and a cuppa. Let’s connect, share, and honour the 16 Days message through meaningful conversation.

#16DaysInWA #RosieBatty #Hope #NewmanWomensShelter #BookClub #CommunityStrong

Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: Newman Library, Newman Library
Organiser: Newman Women's Shelter
Contact: Jai Newhouse, Manager FDV Community Outreach/Support Services - ph (08) 9175 5100 or email enquiries@newmanws.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from: Eventbrite
Event information: Facebook

Scarborough

• Service of Lament and Hope

A service of lament and hope as we pray and support victim survivors.

Time: 10am
Location: St Columba's Anglican Church, 150 Northstead Street, Scarborough
Organiser: Mother's Union 
Contact: Helen Krynen - Email: helen.krynen@gmail.com
Ticket cost: Free event

Shenton Park

• 2-hour DV-aware workshop

The myth that domestic and family violence is a private matter enables it to occur. Offered at no cost, the 2-hour DV-aware is open to the general public and is ideal for anyone seeking to enhance their awareness and knowledge of domestic and family violence. This workshop is perfect for those looking to gain foundational knowledge in a time-efficient format.

This is an introduction to understanding domestic and family violence. Workshop learners will learn the different signs and forms of abuse, and what to do if encountering someone who is experiencing domestic and family violence.

Time: 12pm to 2pm
Location: Lifeline WA Training Centre, 221 Onslow Rd, Shenton Park
Organiser: Lifeline WA
Contact: Email: dvalert@lifelinewa.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from: DV-alert website
Event information: DV-alert website

Beaconsfield

•  Standing Together presentation

We can all support the prevention of family and domestic violence whether or not we are likely to experience violence in our own lives.

Hosted by St Paul's Anglican Church, Beaconsfield and facilitated by Anglicare WA, the one hour long Standing Together presentation offers parishioners and local community members the opportunity to grow and align their understanding of the many forms of family and domestic violence and what drives its prevalence to support ongoing consideration of how we can all be a part of its prevention.

This event is open to everyone aged 18 years and over. 

Time: 11.30am to 12.30pm
Location: St Paul's Anglican Church, 162 Hampton Road, Beaconsfield
Organiser: Reverend Gemma Basely (Rector/Area Dean)
Contact: Reverend Gemma Basely
Email: mothergemma@gmail.com
Phone: 0468 388 556
Ticket cost: Free event

Lakelands

• 2-hour DV-aware workshop

The myth that domestic and family violence is a private matter enables it to occur. Offered at no cost, the 2-hour DV-Aware is open to the general public and is ideal for anyone seeking to enhance their awareness and knowledge of domestic and family violence. This workshop is perfect for those looking to gain foundational knowledge in a time-efficient format.

This is an introduction to understanding domestic and family violence. Workshop learners will learn the different signs and forms of abuse, and what to do if encountering someone who is experiencing domestic and family violence.

Time: 11am to 1pm
Location: Lakelands Library, 49 Banksiadale Gate, Lakelands (City of Mandurah)
Organiser: Lifeline WA
Contact: Email: dvalert@lifelinewa.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from: DV-alert website
Event information: DV-alert website

Fremantle

• Foundational Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) Training 

St Patrick's Community Support Centre are hosting Foundational Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) Training, designed to strengthen shared understanding of FDV dynamics, safe response practices, and the role we can play in supporting people experiencing violence.

This session will be facilitated by Jolene Ellat from the DART Institute and is supported by the City of Fremantle.

Time: 9:30am to 1pm
Location: 
Walyalup Civic Centre, 151 High Street, Fremantle. 
Level 1, Moodjar (Christmas Tree), Reception Room
Organiser: St Patrick's Community Support Centre
Contact: 
St Patrick's Community Support Centre
Phone (08) 6372 4800
Email cso@stpats.com.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Event information: St Patrick's Community Support Centre

Halls Creek

• Community march against FDV

Community march against FDV - Guest speaker and barbeque lunch.

Time: 9:30am
Location: 
Pioneer Park, Halls Creek
Organiser: Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation
Contact: hamza.riaz@yyms.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event

Online

• 16 Days in WA Webinar - Play Your Part. How Sport Can Take Action on Family and Domestic Violence.

Join SportWest for a powerful webinar as part of the 16 Days in WA campaign, exploring how sport can be a force for change in preventing family and domestic violence. 

This session will feature insights from national and local leaders including Jemma Taylor Cross (Our Watch), Caroline Tuthill (Starick), and Clayton Anderson (WA Football), who will share practical strategies and real-world examples of embedding respectful relationships in sport.

The webinar will also introduce the True Sport Respectful Relationships Initiative, developed in partnership with Starick and supported by the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport. This initiative equips clubs and organisations with tools to foster respect, inclusion, and gender equality.

Time: 12pm to 1pm
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Organiser: SportWest
Contact:
email info@sportwest.com.au or truesport@sportwest.com.au 
Ticket cost: Free for SportWest members, $30 for non-members
Tickets available from: 3VNT
Event information: 3VNT

Perth CBD

• 16 Days of Activism - Workplace Sexual Harassment and Active Bystander Training

Workplace sexual harassment affects people across all industries and job types. This training provides a valuable opportunity for those entering the workforce, returning to work, or navigating their current employment settings to understand their rights and build practical skills to help create and contribute to safer work environments.

This session is being held as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign that runs each year from 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day). These dates were chosen to emphasise that violence against women is a fundamental human rights issue. By participating, you will be joining a worldwide call to action to end gender-based violence in all its forms, including workplace sexual harassment.

Time: 9:30am to 1pm
Location: 445 Hay Street, Perth (Level 6, Walkington Room)
Organiser: Workplace Respect Project (Circle Green Community Legal)
Contact: 
Bethel Geda:
Phone (08) 6148 3636 
Email: bethel.geda@circlegreen.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from: Humanitix
Event information: Humanitix

Willagee

• Paint and Yarn

Join the Aboriginal Family Legal Services (AFLS), hosted at Willagee Community Centre, for a community ‘Paint and Yarn’ session to promote wellbeing and healing while having important conversations about what family and domestic violence looks like in the community and how we can all play our part to reduce and stop domestic violence.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Willagee Community Centre, Archibald St & Winnacott Street, Willagee
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Services
Contact: 
Aboriginal Family Legal Services, Community Engagement Worker
Email: cewmetro@afls.org.au 
Phone: (08) 9355 1502
Ticket cost: Free event
More information: Aboriginal Family Legal Services website

South Hedland

• DV-alert 2-day Foundations Workshop

This 2-day Foundations Workshop is offered at no cost to help frontline workers recognise the signs of domestic and family violence, and know what to do next. This workshop is the first step in DV-alert's Assessment Pathway, preparing learners for further training and leading to a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

This workshop covers the nature and scope, patterns and impacts of domestic and family violence, what to consider for diverse groups, communication skills, safety planning, referral pathways and more.

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is provided.

Time: 9am to 5pm
Location: South Hedland Lotteries House, 2 Leake St, South Hedland
Organiser: Lifeline WA
Contact: Email: dvalert@lifelinewa.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from: DV-alert website
Event information: DV-alert website

Armadale

• Armadale's 16 Days in WA March

A community event with a Welcome and speeches, followed by a short March starting at 10.30am, ending in stallholder activities, children’s entertainment and a free sausage sizzle.

Time: Welcome and speeches, followed by a short March starting at 10.30am
Location: Memorial Park - Armadale
Organisers: Dept of Communities, Waullo Dawn, 54 Reasons, City of Armadale, Champion Centre, Ruah.
Contact: 
Amber Valikovs - Amber.Valikovs@communities.wa.gov.au
Ticket cost: Free event

Newman

• Orange @ Half Time 

Orange the colour of hope and a future free from violence. Get active with sports and water play! Enjoy halftime oranges, prizes, food, and the smoothie bike. Promoting respect and equality on and off the field.

Time: 4pm to 7pm 
Location: Newman Train Park, Newman 
Organiser: Newman Women's Shelter
Contact: 
Email: enquiries@newmanws.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event

Onslow

• Onslow - Outreach

Collaboration with WACHS and Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation - stall, lunch provided and merchandise in the morning and in the afternoon giving out information at Cane River.

Location: Ashburton Office Onslow also attending meeting at Cane River
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Service
Contact: 
Sharna Oakley - phone 0457 001447
Ticket cost: Free event

Perth

• 'Dear Survivor' Poetry Exhibition

Through spoken word, written poetry, and visual displays, this exhibition invites audiences into a safe and thought-provoking space to explore the realities of violence against women and the resilience that follows.

Divided into five thematic collections - Naming the Monster, Speak Up: Tell Your Story, A Fractured World, Acceptance and Healing, and New Beginnings - each piece illuminates a different facet of survival, recovery, and justice.

The exhibition also includes live spoken word performances by the artist and an interactive reflection wall where visitors are invited (if they choose) to share their own words of solidarity, healing, or remembrance.

This event aims to transform pain into poetry, silence into story, and art into advocacy.

Time: 6:30pm
Location: Enclave, 236 Lord Street, Perth
Organiser: Honor Teixeira
Contact: 
Honor Teixeira 
Phone: 0487673657 
Email: teixeirahonor@gmail.com 
Ticket cost: $20
Tickets available from: Humanitix
Event information: Facebook

Perth

• Pride in Respect Campaign Launch

Join Living Proud and partners - WAAC, TransFolk WA and GRAI - for the launch of Pride in Respect, a new awareness campaign focused on preventing family, domestic and sexual violence within LGBTIQA+ communities.

This special event will feature a panel conversation exploring respect, equality and the power of storytelling to create change. Together, we’ll celebrate the voices and experiences at the heart of this campaign and highlight the collective work underway to build safer, more inclusive communities where everyone can live with dignity and pride.

Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: The Platform - Level 3, 256 Adelaide Terrace, Perth
Organiser: Living Proud - Meaghan Holden
Contact: email: ceo@livingproud.org.au
Ticket cost: Free event

Darlington

• Eucharist to close the 16 Days

A dedicated Eucharist to close and bless our work in the 16 Days Against Gender-Based Violence and celebrating Human Rights Day.

Time: 12pm
Location: St Cuthbert’s Church, corner of Darlington and Hillsden Roads, Darlington 
Organiser: Anglican Parish of Darlington-Bellevue
Contact: Peregrin Campbell-Osgood
Email: priest@hillsanglicans.com
Phone: 0422 857 522
Ticket cost: Free event
Event information: Facebook

Mirrabooka

• 16 Days In WA -  MercyCare Art Exhibition

MercyCare is proud to support the safety and empowerment of women and children in the community through the 16 Days In WA.

MercyCare Mirrabooka is facilitating an Art Exhibition featuring individual artworks and a combined art piece from inspiration of "Play Your Part" for the 16 Days In WA, these art pieces are created by the CALD women's "Create and Chat" Art Group. The Create and Chat group is a social connection space for migrant, refugee and asylum seeker women to come and feel empowered through creation of their art.

Come on down to MercyCare Mirrabooka to view the pieces and support these talented women; we will also have information stalls, food and other activities to participate in, alongside a video viewing of the Create and Chat group and what it means for participants to "Play Your Part".

Time: 11am to 2pm
Location: MercyCare Mirrabooka, 4 Brewer Place, Mirrabooka
Organiser: MercyCare
Contact: Email Kiera Slater - saafe@mercycare.com.au

Ticket cost: Free event
Event information: Facebook

North Perth 

• Together We Rise - Celebrating Women and Equality- World Human Rights Day

Join us for a morning tea as we reflect on gender equality this World Human Rights Day, exploring how we can nurture stronger families and create safer communities for everyone. The event will feature a conversation-based presentation by OVIS Community Services (in partnership with Ethnic Communities Council of WA) on Human Rights and Gender Equality.

Time: 9:30am to 11:30am 
Location: 20 View Street, North Perth (Ethnic Communities Council of WA)
Organiser: OVIS Community Services
Contact: For more information contact:
Sirad Elmi: sirad.elmi@ovis.org.au
Parisa Mohebi: parisa.mohebi@ovis.org.au
Ovis Referrals: referrals @ovis.org.au
Phone (08) 9520 8627
Ticket cost: Free event
Event information: Tickets to register for free-event is on Humanitix

Perth

• Starick's Corporate Breakfast Fundraiser

Join us on the final day of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence for our annual Corporate Breakfast.

The breakfast, proudly sponsored by Monadelphous will be hosted by ex-ABC Radio Presenter Di Darmody with speeches and a panel discussion. Spirit of Starick Awards will be presented on the day. Awards are sponsored by Magnetic People, Inpex and Hall and Willcox.

A plated breakfast and beverages are included in the ticket cost.

Time: 7am to 9am
Location: 5th Floor ANZAC Club, 28 St Georges Tce, Perth 
Organiser: Starick Services Inc
Contact: Lisa Ikin: email info@starick.org.au or phone (08) 9478 5300
Ticket cost: $90
Tickets available from: Shout For Good webpage
Event information: Facebook

Pinjarra

• FDV an the law and FVRO applications 

Join the Aboriginal Family Legal Services lawyer Sam, in collaboration with the Shire of Murray, for a morning tea discussion on family and domestic violence (FDV) and the law and family violence restraining order (FVRO) applications.

Limited spots available.

Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Murray House Pinjarra, 14 James Street, Pinjarra 
Organiser: Aboriginal Family Legal Services
Contact: 
To register, please contact:
Aboriginal Family Legal Services 
Community Engagement Workers
Email: cewmetro@afls.org.au 
Phone: (08) 6559 2420 
Ticket cost: Free event - registration recommended (see above)
Event information: AFLS website

Pinjarra

• Play Your Part - Stories of Strength

Morning Tea to hear stories of strength from survivors of Family and Domestic Violence.

Time: 10am to 12pm 
Location: Pinjarra Women's Centre, 14 Camp Road, Pinjarra
Organiser: Department of Communities, Ovis and Pinjarra Women's Centre in Partnership
Contact: email fssbindjarebboodja@communities.wa.gov.au
Ticket cost: Free event

South Hedland

• DV-alert 1-Day Gendered Violence in Diverse Communities Focused Workshop

The 1-day Gendered Violence in Diverse Communities Focused Workshop is offered at no cost to equip frontline workers with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively to domestic and family violence in culturally diverse communities. This workshop is part of DV-alert’s Assessment Pathway, helping learners work towards a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

Further training for frontline workers who have completed any 2-day DV-alert workshop, this workshop focuses on complex forms of violence including forced marriage, dowry abuse, female genital mutilation/cutting, human trafficking and domestic servitude.

This workshop is ideal for frontline workers in health, allied health, education, and community services sectors, as well as anyone who works or volunteers in a role where they may come into contact with people experiencing domestic and family violence.

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are provided.

Time: 9am to 5pm
Location: South Hedland Lotteries House, 2 Leake St, South Hedland
Organiser: Lifeline WA
Contact: Email: dvalert@lifelinewa.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event
Tickets available from: DV-alert website
Event information: DV-alert website

Meekatharra

• Mens Breakfast Meekatharra

Community Breakfast celebrating good role models in the community also raising awareness about 16 Days in WA and Violence against Women.

Time: 11:30am
Location: Meekatharra Town Hall, Savage Street, Meekatharra
Organiser: AFLS
Contact: 
Mobile: 0492064417. Phone: (08) 9965 4654. Email: steven.kelly@afls.org.au 
Ticket cost: Free event