EVENTS & INITIATIVES
16 Days of Activism has started!
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign running from November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to December 10 (Human Rights Day). It raises awareness, sparks conversations, and inspires...
Riding Free from DV
23rd of November 2024 Riding Free from DV is a fundraising horse trail ride and bush walk in Megalong Valley on the 23rd of November. All the funds raised will go to domestic violence charities. The event will include a 3-4hr...
Local Op Shops Unite in Orange for 16 Days of Activism Against Violence
Local op shops across the Blue Mountains are stepping up to make a powerful statement against violence by participating in the "16 Days of Activism – Blue Mountains Says No to Violence" campaign. As part of their involvement, these community-driven stores are...
16 Days of Activism – Walk Against Violence by Penrith City Council
FREE PENRITH EVENT: 8th of December 9:00am Walk Against Violence Join us as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence for the Walk Against Violence, a community event to honor survivors and raise awareness about ending gender-based violence. Event...
16 Days of Activism – Rebel GRRRL’s
FREE EVENT: 10th of December 11:30am - 12:30pm Panel Event: Rebel Grrrls – Women Leading Social Change Join us for an inspiring panel discussion celebrating the extraordinary efforts of local women who are challenging norms and creating positive social change. When:...
16 Days of Activism – Defiant Lives – Screening
FREE EVENT: 3rd of December 10:00am. Celebrate International Day of People with Disability with Defiant Lives. Join us for an in-centre screening of the inspiring film Defiant Lives, followed by snacks and a meaningful conversation. When: 3rd of December 10:00am....
16 Days of Activism – Blue Mountains Says NO To Violence Street Illumination
FREE EVENT: 28th of November 8:00pm @ Katoomba Civic Arcade. Performance by Local Band 'Typical Grrrls' 8:00pm Katoomba Civic Aracde. The illumination showcases powerful animations that educate about coercive control, interwoven with images of local community members...
16 Days of Activism – EVIE Film Premiere
FREE EVENT: 28th of November 6:30pm - 7:30pm @ Katoomba Cultural Centre - Seminar Room. Come along to the premiere of the EVIE Film. Hear from young activists about their experience of gender and what they are doing to drive change and create a more equitable future....
16 Days of Activism – Mayoral Breakfast
25th of November 2024 9:00am -10:30am. Sold out - The purpose of this breakfast is to raise awareness and community consciousness that violence against women and children cannot be tolerated. This is a partnership event, planned and coordinated by Blue Mountains City...
16 Days is coming round again!
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. ...
Unmasking Coercive Control: The Hidden Abuse. How to spot it. How to stop it. With Jess Hill
LEAD Professional Development Association forum with award winning journalist, Jess Hill. 17 Sept 2024 at Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub, Springwood.
Reclaim the Night 2024
Reclaim the Night – 25 October 2024 @ Springwood Town Square