Preventing Gender Based Violence was the theme of the recent online event, hosted by SISEAP, to bring together 6 panalist, who are renowned experts and advocates in the field of gender-based violence prevention. The panalists shared their insights, strategies, and experiences, spent considerable time responding to questions from the large audience.  Attendees where equiped with the tools and knolwedge neccessary to continue to their awareness and advocacy work to bring about an end to gender based violence. 

SI Region of Malaysia in collaboration with YWCA Malaysia, the Girl Guides of Kuala Lumpur and YWCA Kuala Lumpur had a heartfelt Unite Walk to Eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls for a 2km walk through ChinaTown in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Soroptimist International President Siew Yong Gnanalingam and SISEAP President Joanne Yeoh joined 160 participants in the advocacy event which also included a Panel Discussion on Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls. The event featured the esteemed guest of honour, YB Teresa Kok, Member of Parliament Seputeh. President Joanne passionately expressed, 'We stand united with women and girls worldwide to eliminate violence. By engaging our communities, we raise awareness and advocate to end gender-based violence.' During the 16 Days of Activism campaign, organizations globally, from international human rights agencies to grassroots communities, come together to strengthen the activism of campaigners everywhere. Break the silence, Stop the violence!"

SI Griffith in partnership with Linking Communities Network and the Griffith Local Domestic Violence Committee held their inaugural Memorial Vigil to remember the women and children killed in domestic and family violence incidents this year.At one point during the hour long silent vigil, held on 29 November, we were welcomed to Country by a Wiradjuri elder, Dot Watts, followed by very short addresses by our local state MP Helen Dalton, Mayor Doug Curran and representatives from LCN and Soroptimists. Soroptimists in action to UNITE against gender based violence

SI Townsville Breakwater, led a very active 16 Days of Activism, Yarn bombing parks and the main street of Townsville , orange everywhere, raises a visual awareness to the actions of Soroptimist to raise issues and advocate for an end to gender based violence. They also held a workshop to highlight to individuals and organiations how difficult and complex it is for victims of domestic violence to seek help. Women from City Women NQZonta Club of Townsville Metro Inc.QCWA TSV BranchRotary Club of Townsville SaintsTownsville Hospital, Leanning how to recognise the signs, and how to be a support for someone was an important element of the workshop. Thanks so much to Nikki, Rochelle and Lexi from DVNQ for providing this very enlightening session for us.
Let’s keep working together to prevent gender based violence.🧡

Soroptimist International Goulburn participated in the Annual Goulburn Walk Against Domestic and Family Violence, Goulburn businesses, community organizations, NSW Police, and high schools march up Auburn Street to Belmore Park. The event aimed to raise community awareness and show support for those impacted by violence.
According to Toni Reay, Director of Social and Affordable Housing & Domestic Violence Services for Anglicare, a woman or child has died every 4 days in Australia in 2024 due to domestic and family violence. Over 60 women this year who’s lives were cut short due to violence. This is a critical issue in our communities that requires attention.
One in three women and one in 16 men experience domestic and family violence. 
Soroptimists aim to be part of the solution and help in the prevention of violence. 
Photos from Jim Webb & Kim Watson.

SI Hobart asked their community to "TAKE THE PLEDGE",  During the16 Days of Activism, the club hosted a display at the State Library and asked people to pledge
“to take action against gender based violence that results in or is likely to result in physical, sexual or psychological harm or suffering to women". The pledge also asked them to commit to "I will speak up and commit to being part of the change and will work to create a community that is safe and just for every person".

Review this short video of actions undertaken by clubs during the 16 Days of Activism.