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Day 6 of 16: Consent isn’t just a checkbox; it’s an ongoing, clear, and freely-given agreement. This post breaks down what consent really means and why it matters in all sexual activities and relationships. Watch our video to learn more about the fundamentals of consent, how to recognise it, and why respecting boundaries is crucial for building safe, respectful connections. 💜 Let’s normalise talking about consent, respecting each other's comfort levels, and creating a culture of trust and safety. #NoExcuse #EndVAWG #TheVAWGAlliance #16DaysofActivism #SupportSurvivors #ConsentIsKey #VAWGAlliance #RespectBoundaries #HealthyRelationships #ConsentMatters MK-ACT (Milton Keynes Women's Aid) RSASS South Buckinghamshire C2C Social Action Safety Centre and Hazard Alley WYCOMBE WOMEN'S AID LIMITED SAFE! FLAG DV SAASS Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes Hourglass AYLESBURY WOMEN'S AID

Although the international community has made great strides in addressing GBV through programs over the past decades, programs must more effectively center the voices of survivors and the local community. This article from SaraJane (SJ) Renfroe and Shelby Roberts proposes actionable steps forward in preventing and reducing/eliminating GBV by reflecting on the global context and past interventions, and examining the current state of affairs. https://lnkd.in/gx_saAZM #16Days #EndGBV

We are excited to be a key partner on Civic DEFENDERS, a new five-year global program to counter digital repression and build long-term resilience within civil society through global, regional, and national collaboration. This USAID program brings together a consortium of global leaders in Internet freedom, coordinated by Internews. Open Briefing will lead work on increasing access to high quality mental health and psychosocial support for local civil society, independent media, and human rights defenders. Follow the link below to read more about Civic DEFENDERS. https://lnkd.in/euWMg3t8

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 • 𝐇𝐨𝐧.Peter Malinauskas, 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 | 𝐇𝐨𝐧.𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐣𝐚 𝐀𝐎—South Australia's Bold Stand Against Violence: Premier Malinauskas Propels Royal Commission to Address Domestic Violence In Australia, a trailblazing nation that has issued strict declarations regarding violence, all forms of abuse, ranging from physical and psychological to mental and emotional, are viewed as acts of violence that demand immediate cessation through an unwavering and comprehensive 360° resolution. South Australia stands at the forefront of this battle against violence, with the Hon. Peter Malinauskas, Premier of the state, leading the charge. The initiation of South Australia's Royal Commission into Domestic, Family, and Sexual Violence signals a pivotal moment in the fight against these pervasive societal issues. The Royal Commission, which kicked off with a focus on amplifying the voices of survivors and professionals within the domestic violence landscape, underscores the imperative to address these forms of abuse that transcend geographical, religious, gender, socioeconomic, age, and cultural boundaries. Premier Malinauskas's staunch stance emphasizes that domestic, family, and sexual violence are intolerable scourges that society must confront collectively. Anticipation surrounds the Royal Commission's outcomes, with expectations high for the development of a robust framework that will guide the state's interventions, preventative measures, and responsive strategies to combat these insidious forms of violence effectively. The appointment of esteemed South Australian figure Natasha Stott Despoja AO to spearhead this critical undertaking signifies a commitment to enacting change and fostering a more empathetic and responsive approach to addressing violence within the community. This comprehensive approach encapsulates a 360° resolution strategy that encompasses prevention, protection, prosecution, and rehabilitation. Premier Malinauskas calls upon all individuals with insights, experiences, or solutions to step forward and contribute to this pivotal dialogue, emphasizing the collective responsibility required to create a society free from violence. As the Royal Commission progresses, it is poised to set a new standard for how South Australia, and potentially the world, responds to domestic, family, and sexual violence. This initiative represents a significant step towards building a safer and more supportive society for all individuals, transcending borders and cultures in its quest to eradicate violence in all its forms. #Australia #SouthAustralia #Violence

October is Youth Justice Action Month, and we are talking about it all month long! This is a time to come together to raise awareness and support positive change in the justice system for the youth we serve. Check out the image below for more details, and help us reach more youth advocates like you by sharing this message! #YJAM2024 #YouthJusticeActionMonth #SupportYouthJustice #JuvenileJustice

Quality reading. Whilst my observations are based on posts on this platform and the current algorithm-driven mainstream/social media coverage, it seems the emphasis in outrage/advocacy and political opportunism is on the *gendered* aspect of the violence problem, rather than the endemic 'red mist' societal *violence* problem, and its inextricable link to poverty, lack of opportunity, substance addiction, gambling addiction, abhorrent online conduct and societal cohort vulnerability etc. Whilst the available evidence undoubtedly enables the portrayal of violence as gendered, there's insufficient evidence (and accompanying discussion/research funding) addressing the reality that poverty, addiction, desperation and an inability to regulate visceral latent anger are issues that transcend gender. They are real-time, stress-generating conditions among low-income and marginalised *humanity* requiring meaningful intervention and support *across the board*.

This important new briefing by Alliance for Youth Justice (AYJ) sets the #youthjustice agenda for the new govt: to safeguard & support, end racial injustice & ensure custody is a last resort Its recommendations include investing in preventative services and partnerships, embedding child-centred policing, and enhancing diversion. Read it in full here https://bit.ly/3XHt1ot

Have you read our new report: Addressing racial disparity in the youth justice system? 📚 Through case study examples of local practice delivered by youth justice services and partners across the sector, it outlines ways to improve practice to tackle racial disparity and over-representation in the youth justice system. Have a read ⬇🧾 https://lnkd.in/e-4KAJAK #RacialDisparity #Overrepresentation #YouthJustice

I have a piece in the guardian today, calling on the intersections of gendered base violence and state based harms that disproportionately impacts Aboriginal families and communities. Aboriginal women and families continue to be subject to the most horrific forms of violence. And when reaching out for support and safety, they risk having their children removed by the state and criminalisation. Justice & accountability must include First Nations justice & accountability. These intersections must be addressed, and today with the national cabinet meeting, there must be strategic outcomes and actions that address this. https://lnkd.in/gJEtcnbr

The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) has compiled a toolkit to raise awareness about Youth Justice Action Month. The theme "Justice Is ____" aims to create a new vision of justice, equity, and opportunity for youth affected by the justice system. It invites us to center the voices of impacted youth, families, and allies as we reimagine new possibilities for systems of support, healing, and restorative justice. https://lnkd.in/g9fTZqBa #YJAM2024 | #YJAM | #JusticeIs | #YouthJustice | #OJJDP | #JuvenileJustice