Today is White Ribbon Day, a day for us to reflect and make
a stand when it comes to violence against women. Unfortunately this year we
have heard too many stories of women being harmed by their partners or
ex-partners, tragically most with fatal consequences.
The issue of domestic violence is serious and real, and each
and every one of us must play our part in putting an end to it. It is also
something that can happen to anyone, regardless of who they are and their
background. There are many ways we can play a part, by doing things like
taking notice of the signs that someone may be in trouble, speaking up when you
can see someone is in a dangerous situation and teaching our kids about
respectful behaviour.
The other way we can find a solution to this problem is
through research and education. By researching why domestic violence happens
and its subsequent impacts, we will be best placed to develop education
programs that help to prevent it from happening and can ensure professionals
who work with victims of domestic violence provide the best care, support and
advice.
Stopping this terrible epidemic is everyone’s responsibility
and I am extremely proud of the work CQUniversity is doing when it comes to
making a difference. In particular the Centre for Domestic and Family Violence
Research (CDFVR) is doing some incredible things when it comes to research, raising
awareness of domestic violence issues and engaging with communities. To find
out more about the Centre and the fantastic work being done please visit www.noviolence.com.au.
Head of the CDFVR Associate Professor Annabel Taylor (second from left) with her colleagues at the centre's Mackay Headquarters.
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