What can we do about violence against women in the community?: The Interfaith Network of the City of Greater Dandenong

 

Date: Thursday, 26 November 2015     Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm

Location: Council Chamber and Formal Meeting Room: 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong

 

This workshop in the City of Greater Dandenong will discuss public safety for ALL women in the community. It is being conducted as a collaborative project between the City of Greater Dandenong, the Interfaith Network of the City of Greater Dandenong, Uniting Church, Victoria Police, Women’s Health in the South
East (WHISE) among other partners.A discussion and an opportunity for women to tell their stories about public violence against women, overcoming feelings of isolation, vulnerability and disengagement as well as perceptions of safety will seek to break down some of the concerns and barriers experienced by women of diverse backgrounds.

 

• Susan Carland (Australian Muslim of the Year 2004) 
• Crystal Bruton (Women With A Disability)
• Helen Bnads (Aboriginal/Indigenous)
• Deputy Commissioner Wendy Steendam (Victoria Police)

 

For more information: Contact April Robinson, Interfaith Network Developer, Uniting Church April.Robinson@victas.uca.org.au or visit http://pvaw.eventbrite.com.au?s=46455252