Driver 2 - Men’s control of decision making and limits to women’s independence in public and private life

The gendered drivers of violence against women can be hard to swallow. How do they relate to those of us who do not use violence? What do they mean? By tucking in to each driver in snack sized, interactive sessions we can identify ways to be the positive social change we wish to see at home, at work and out in our communities. 

Let’s digest the gendered drivers of violence against women – one bite at a time.  

Driver 2 - Men’s control of decision making and limits to women’s independence in public and private life. 

How does this driver play out in our everyday lives in the Loddon Mallee?  Using the evidence from Our Watch, Rainbow Health and the Men’s Project as a guide, this workshop will unpack Driver 2.  

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in discussion and critical reflection that will help them:   

• Discuss men’s control of decision making and limits to women’s independence in public & private life 

• Identify everyday examples  

• Brainstorm actions to promote women’s decision making and independence in everyday life