Join the Walk against Family Violence at Nagambie Lake

Strathbogie Shire is once again partnering with Respect Victoria to support the 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence, with a community Walk Against Family Violence at Nagambie Lake on Saturday 7 December.

Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Cr Claire Ewart-Kennedy said the campaign seeks to help the community better understand respect, what it looks like, and how to incorporate it into daily life.

‘This is an international campaign aimed at fostering healthy, equal relationships and promoting equality across all areas, including workplaces and local sporting clubs,’ Cr Ewart-Kennedy said.

‘We all have a role to play in changing attitudes, behaviours, and the systems, policies, and processes that allow violence to continue.

‘Councillors will be joining Nagambie Lake parkrun group of runners and walkers at 7.45am for an 8am start on Saturday 7 December from Buckley Park, 57 Blayney Lane Nagambie and participants are encouraged to wear orange.

‘Everyone is invited to join our walk along the beautiful lake foreshore and enjoy part or all of the 2.5km track that theparkrun participants tackle every Saturday morning,’ Cr Ewart-Kennedy added.

On return from the walk, participants will be given a coffee and cake voucher to use at the GoNagmbie Lakeside Market.

The 16 Days of Activism campaign was launched by the Women’s Global Leadership Institute in 1991, with members aiming to eliminate gender-based violence. The campaign runs from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day—two significant dates.

Why Orange for 16 Days of Activism?

Orange is the campaign’s colour because it represents a bright and optimistic future free from violence against women and children. You can show your support by wearing orange throughout the 16 days.