Violence Against Women a "National Disgrace"

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"In 2014, 95 women in Australia were victim to Family- and Domestic Violence-related homicide."

- Australian Bureau of Statistics, Report here

We should not forget that both men and women in Australia are subject to domestic violence, but in light of International Women's day coming up tomorrow we have been focusing our time and effort on Women's Issues.

Despite previous attempts from the Australian government to run awareness campaigns, education programs and federal funding to help address the problem, prevalence of violence against women is still through the roof. In a largely privileged society, we should not be exposed to such preventable issues to such an extent.

"Between July 2014 and June 2015 police recorded family violence offences for over 35,000 Australians."

- Australian Bureau of Statistics, Report here

Read the report by Amanda McLeod from Sydney Criminal Lawyers here.

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Don't just be a part of the conversation this International Women's Day - Help us lead to change!

International Women's Day is a day to remember that equality is still not yet reality for most women worldwide, and to mark the progress made towards this goal. Help us raise awareness for parity between men and women - come and chat with us on International Women's Day to have your say about the issues facing women!

WHEN: Tuesday 8 March 2016, 5.30pm - 6.30pm. WHERE: various locations throughout the CBD, including Martin Place and Wynyard - look out for people in Amnesty International shirts!