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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Protestors stand against 'unacceptable rise in violence against women'
A PROTEST took place at Bournemouth Pier on Saturday, August 9, with campaigners calling for an end to what they described as an 'unacceptable' rise in violence against women. The demonstration, part of the nationwide Women's march taking place in cities across the UK, was organised by 19-year-old Jaiden Sky Davies. Campaigners held signs and banners as they stood at Bournemouth Pier, drawing support from passers-by. Organisers said they hoped the protest would raise awareness and inspire others to take action. (Image: Protestors at Bournemouth, Credit: NQ staff) (Image: Protestors at Bournemouth, Credit: NQ staff) (Image: Protestors at Bournemouth, Credit: NQ staff) Jaiden said: 'We're here today protesting for women's rights all over the world, no matter their race, sexuality or gender. Just because an issue isn't happening here, doesn't mean it's not affecting us. 'I think everyone has a voice. It may seem small in the moment, but ultimately, we all stand united. No one here has been paid or persuaded to join we're all volunteers, taking part because of our own experiences and because we want freedom for everyone.' (Image: Protestors at Bournemouth, Credit: NQ staff) (Image: Organiser Jaiden, Protestors at Bournemouth, Credit: NQ staff) Jaiden criticised the ongoing gender pay gap, saying women are still being paid less than men for doing the same work, and questioned why women should 'suffer more than men.' Dr Wendy Glanfield Revell, 59, travelled from Christchurch to join the protest. She is a grandmother and said she is fighting for her three-year-old granddaughter's future. (Image: Dr Wendy Glanfield Revell, Protestors at Bournemouth, Credit: NQ staff) She said: 'We're standing up for women worldwide who don't have a voice and who are being persecuted. We're standing up for humanity. 'There's a humanitarian disaster happening in Gaza and, in some countries, simply wearing a T-shirt like this could get you arrested. We're supposed to live in a free society in the UK, it's important to make a stand. 'I'm a grandmother, and there are people here of all ages. Women's rights have gone backwards and I'm fighting for my granddaughter, who's three.' Friends Daisy and Sophie travelled from Southampton to join the demonstration. (Image: Friends Daisy and Sophie, Protestors at Bournemouth, Credit: NQ staff) Daisy said: 'It's important to be part of change. Around the world, there are still women who don't have the same rights as men. Until all people regardless of race, gender or sexuality have equal rights, the fight continues.'
ABC News
18-06-2025
- Sport
- ABC News
Family Court chief justice uses State of Origin to send message against domestic violence
At a time when family and domestic violence reports spike, the chief justice of the Family Court of Australia saw the State of Origin series as an opportunity to send a powerful message. Thousands of passionate rugby league fans flocked to Perth Stadium on Wednesday to watch the New South Wales Blues take on the Queensland Maroons. A crowd approaching 60,000 saw Queensland withstand a late New South Wales charge in rainy conditions to hold on for a 26-24 win, levelling the series at 1-1. But before the game unfolded, projected on the massive screens around the ground, was a short clip with a strong message. "All men have a role to play in ending violence towards women," Blues captain Isaah Yeo said down the barrel of the camera. "Let's lead by example and show our young children and young men that violence is not OK," Maroons player Harry Grant concluded. The star-studded video was a necessary move, according to advocates, considering the alarming increase in FDV reports following major sports events. Family Court Chief Justice William Alstergren spearheaded the campaign, which featured the likes of Hugh Jackman, Eric Bana, and Hamish Blake. After more than seven years at the head of jurisdiction across Australia, the chief justice saw a way to trigger change. "Every day I come into court, I see cases where families are just torn apart by family and domestic violence," he said. The game plan was simple — speak to young boys and men through their interests and role models to break the vicious cycle of violence. "Having the captains of both teams, people who they highly admire sharing the message, might be the first time those kids actually hear that message," Chief Justice Alstergren said. "They may not hear it at home, they may not hear it at school. "It's not about calling people out, it's about calling them in. "Saying, let's be part of the process, all of our men, let's be leaders and actually take responsibility for it." A similar campaign was played during an AFL game at the MCG. "You had 83,000 people in the stadium, and you could hear a pin drop," Chief Justice Alstergren said. Australian research has shown reports of family and domestic violence can increase by up to 40 per cent after major sports events. "For women and children living with an abuser, when there are big games, football games and rugby games, it can really heighten their sense of fear," the CEO of the Centre for Women's Safety and Wellbeing, Alison Evans, said. "While football and rugby doesn't actually cause family and domestic violence, it can really heighten the frequency and the severity when we have such big games occurring." Ms Evans said the damning statistics provide an opportunity and responsibility for sports associations and players to speak up. "There's a strong likelihood that there's a lot of victim survivors in the crowd, as well as people choosing to abuse their loved ones," she said. "Children who are hearing those messages coming from players that [they're] often idolising … imagine how they would be feeling to know that they are not alone."
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Rally Against Violence: Group gathers against gun violence after 3 killed in Clark County in 1 day
Three people were shot and killed in one day in Clark County. Sunday, families of those victims gathered to make it clear they want the violence to end. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7's Malik Patterson was at the Rally Against Violence and speaks with these families about the change they want to see in their community LIVE on News Center 7 at 11. This peaceful protest was organized the day after Randy Graham was killed. 'This is my baby right here,' Angela Graham said. 'He was shot in cold blood.' TRENDING STORIES: 81-year-old man drowns in home pool Local woman to attempt English Channel swim this week 6 injured, possibly with burns, in a Colorado attack the FBI is investigating as terrorism Graham was one of three people shot on May 14. He was found dead on Elder Street at 3 a.m. Later that day two more people were shot, this time on East Euclid Street. One of those two was a 16-year-old boy, who was dead by the time medics arrived on the scene. David Rose, Randy's father, explained why they gathered for the Rally Against Violence. 'There's so much violence going on in Springfield right now that we need to put an end to it. We need to be a positive influence right now,' Rose said. Not just to bring justice to Randy and his family, but for other victims of gun violence. 'We want to stop the gun violence. We're tired of everybody losing their loved ones,' Kara Graham, Randy's sister, said. Rose says it's more than just a peaceful rally. 'I'm calling on the commissioners, chief and sheriff right now to come back together and open something up so these kids have something positive,' Rose said. Graham was a father of three, and had a big family that loves him dearly. 'I pray that this helps maybe touch your heart in some way, somehow. But let's bring this to an end today,' Kara said. The group that organized the Rally Against Violence are putting together a plan to bring to the city commission meeting on Tuesday. They are asking for more activities for kids to be brought back to the city. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
CBC
16-05-2025
- CBC
Why a moose hide pin is a sign of solidarity with Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people
Qalipu First Nation member Keith Cormier explains why a simple lapel pin made of moose hide is another way to show a commitment to end violence against Indigenous women and girls. The CBC's Amy Feehan learned more at an event in Corner Brook.
ABC News
14-05-2025
- ABC News
Alleged domestic violence victims mourned at candlelight vigil in Toowoomba
About 500 residents of Toowoomba and its surrounds have attended a candlelight vigil in the city to call for an end to domestic and family violence. In the last 10 months the community west of Brisbane has been rocked by the loss of of five lives in alleged murders. Psychologist Frances Crawford was found dead at her Upper Lockyer property in July 2024 and her husband Robert Crawford, 47, has been charged with her murder. In April this year, Louise Griffiths was allegedly murdered by her husband Cameron Hunt, 45, at a home in Geham, north of Toowoomba. On Tuesday – the day of the vigil – Ellouisa Patricia Brighton, 36, was charged with murder following a deadly house fire in Toowoomba that killed her three children last week. If you need help immediately call emergency services on triple-0 Members of Ms Crawford's and Ms Griffiths's families attended the emotional event, which was organised by local support group Protea Place. Ms Crawford's family held a photograph of the 49-year-old mother of three and a local college captain read a poem called She is More Than a Memory. Protea Place Women's Support Centre chief executive Amanda Dalton said she felt a responsibility to make sure the deaths were a catalyst for change. "We will raise up and we will continue to fight, educate and make a change," she said "We are seeing more and more cases — the complexity is a lot higher." Ms Dalton said an equally complex response was needed to reduce domestic and family violence. "The housing crisis has added another huge layer — having a safe place for women and children to go to is near-on impossible," she said. Domestic and Family Violence Minister Amanda Camm attended the vigil and said it was heartbreaking speaking with the families about their losses. "To honour all those who have lost their lives to domestic and family violence is truly humbling," she said. "That [impact] will be ongoing for this community, which is why I have spoken with the mayor about how we can support the community." Domestic and family violence offences in the state have increased by 8.3 per cent this financial year. Queensland courts recorded almost 13,000 cases up until March 31. The state government recently introduced new domestic violence laws enabling police to issue long-term orders to perpetrators and to respond to more cases. But Ms Camm said the community could not rely on funding and legislation to prevent domestic violence. "We have to all take accountability, it is a whole-of-government and whole-of-community approach that is needed," she said. "Too many people are taken, are murdered, are lost.
