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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 24]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 23]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:18:14 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 23]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 22]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:17:25 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 22]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 21]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:16:39 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 20]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:15:47 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 20]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 19]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:14:52 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 19]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 18]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:13:46 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 18]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 17]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:12:56 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 17]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 16]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:12:02 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 16]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 15]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:11:12 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 15]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 14]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:10:17 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>SeedPod Productions</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 14]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 13]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:08:59 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 13]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 12]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:07:51 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 12]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 11]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:06:50 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 10]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:05:46 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 10]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 9]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:04:51 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 9]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 8]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:03:47 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 8]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 7]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:00:36 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 7]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 6]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:59:42 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 6]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 5]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:56:13 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 5]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 4]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 4]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 3]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:53:26 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Statement 1]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:37:21 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<h1><strong>There is #NoExcuse to violence against women</strong></h1>
<p>This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence &amp; Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime</strong></h3>
<p>For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one in three women experience violence in their lifetime</a></u></span>. Girls are at particular risk of violence: <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners</a></u></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2022/11/five-essential-facts-to-know-about-femicide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Femicide</a></u></span> (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;">Violence against women and girls can and <span style="color:#000080;"><u><a href="https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2023/11/why-funding-womens-organizations-prevents-violence-against-women" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">must be prevented</a></u></span></h3>
<p><em>What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?<br /></em>The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>Every 10 minutes a woman is killed</strong></h3>
<p><em>Bega Valley Community Involvement</em><br />As part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.</p>
<h3 style="text-align:center;"><strong>#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women</strong></h3>
<p>For more information and links to any services you may need go to the <a href="https://southernwomensgroup.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Southern Women’s Group</a>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There is #NoExcuse to violence against women
This year, the Bega Valley Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Committee collected 25 statements from Bega Valley Community members, men and women from all walks of life, calling on all of us to do our part to stop Gender-Based Violence.
1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime
For thousands of women, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act—their murder by partners and family members. Nearly one in three women experience violence in their lifetime. Girls are at particular risk of violence: 1 in 4 adolescent girls is abused by their partners.
Most female homicides were committed by partners or family members
Femicide (or feminicide) is the intentional killing of a women or girl because of her gender. It is a universal problem, and the most brutal, visible, and extreme manifestation of the cycle of gender-based violence that women and girls endure.
Violence against women and girls can and must be prevented
What is the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence?The 16 Days of Activism is an annual global campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign, initiated in 1991 during the Women’s Global Leadership Institute, mobilises individuals and organisations worldwide to advocate for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
Every 10 minutes a woman is killed
Bega Valley Community InvolvementAs part of this campaign, we collected brief audio statements from local Bega Valley community members to raise awareness about domestic, family, and sexual violence. These recordings aim to amplify the call to end violence against women and girls and violence in general.
#NoExcuse: Unite to End Violence against Women
For more information and links to any services you may need go to the Southern Women’s Group.]]>
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