The Australian Vietnamese Women’s Association (AVWA) will commemorate the 16 Days of Activism with a special event, kicking off on Friday, November 29.
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign led annually by UN Women.
The campaign runs every year from November 25 (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) until December 10 (Human Rights Day).
At the Bowery Theatre in St Albans, the opening event will commence at 10am, with a host of speeches and performances.
It will conclude at 12pm and guests are invited to stay on until 2pm and attend stalls and activities around the St Albans Community Centre and outside on Errington Reserve, including a Walk Against Family Violence.
This event will feature activities and entertainment and gift bags. Lunch and refreshments provided.
AVWA chief executive Nicky Chung said the event is set to be a big success after a big turnout last year.
“Safety is a human right we should all experience, and it starts with the way we show respect to each other,” she said.
“It will be an inclusive event for all, promoting harmony at a time when we need it the most.”
