One Just World
A special One Just World forum in Brisbane for White Ribbon Day
Why all Aussie men should swear! To combat violence against women around the world
CEO Challenge and White Ribbon will be hosting a forum at the Brisbane State Library on violence against women, with a particular focus on developing countries. With an outstanding panel of speakers this will be an event not to be missed.
FEATURING:
- Michael Kaufman– Co-founder, White Ribbon Campaign
- Sok Panha – Director, Bantaey Srei Safehouse, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia
More great speakers to be announced soon!
Every day, 1,000 women are violently assaulted across Australia, and one in three women will be assaulted or abused in their lifetime. Globally, up to six out of every ten women experience physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime.
Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread violations of human rights. It can include physical, sexual, psychological and economic abuse, and it cuts across boundaries of age, race, culture, wealth and geography. It takes place in the home, on the streets, in schools, the workplace, in farm fields, refugee camps, and during conflicts and crises.
These women are our mothers, our girlfriends, our wives, our daughters, our colleagues and our friends. How have we allowed this to occur?
In Australia and around the world, the White Ribbon Campaign asks men to speak out and take the oath, swearing never to commit, excuse or remain silent about violence against women.
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” – Martin Luther KingDATE: Wednesday 24 November
TIME: 6.00 to 7.30pm (entry from 5.30)
VENUE: State Library of Queensland Auditorium
FREE ENTRY
Keep an eye on www.onejustworld.com.au for updates
One Just World is a national series of after-work speakers’ forums aimed at involving the community in conversation and debate on key issues facing Australia and the world.
