16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
November 25 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism.
Throughout these 16 days (25 Nov-10 Dec), people around the world unite to raise awareness about gender-based violence, challenge discrimination and advocate for stronger laws and services to end violence against women once and for all.
Goldfields Libraries is proud to be part of the Loddon Mallee Collective Action for Respect and Equality (CARE) Partnership.
Read more about the campaign on the Respect Victoria website.
Simone O’Brien: A Full Stop. Stop Domestic Violence
Join us for a powerful presentation from Simone O’Brien, a survivor, advocate and speaker of family violence. Simone shares her lived experience, speaking with courage and hope, to inspire change.
Thursday 4 December, 5.30-7pm
Bendigo Library
What’s happening in our region
In the collection
This year, we encourage you to think differently about gender and equality.
What we read matters. Books can help us challenge harmful stereotypes and create a future where we
are all safe, equal and respected.
Pop into our libraries and browse our displays, or scroll through our selection below. For more recommendations, ask at your local library.