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As some may already be aware, today marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. This years theme is Orange The World: Fund, Respond, Prevent, Collect.  

We realise and want to acknowledge that the nature of this discussion may be triggering for some here, so while there is more information in the drop down below, we encourage you to opt out of accessing this if you feel it might be triggering and exercise caution when accessing links also. Please make sure to take care of yourselves and do what feels right and safest for you.  🧡🧡

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With everything that's gone on this year, the issue of violence against women and girls is an especially important one as the rates of violence against women and girls has been found to have intensified. As lockdown rates increased, so too did the rates of violence, to the point where this has been termed the shadow pandemic. - have you heard of the shadow pandemic before? What's your understanding?

There are a number of actions you can take in support of the day- take a look here. 

How could you orange the world (make a difference)? 

If you feel anything in this post has triggered you, we strongly encourage you to seek support. You can reach out to Lifeline (13 11 14), the Sane Help Centre or 1800 RESPECT. 🧡🧡🧡