16 Days of Activism is an international initiative established by the United Nations to raise awareness and encourage communities to take action to end gender-based violence.

Mount Alexander Shire Council is proud to deliver an event that promotes respect and resilience in response to gender-based violence in our community. This is a safe and inclusive event focusing on positive connections as a way of raising awareness of family violence.

Come along to a community gathering at Campbells Creek Community Centre, bring some baked goods to share, bring your favourite recipe and share what respect means to you. Join a crochet or knitting circle, cook along with the Chewton CWA, contribute to a community banner for the walk against violence on 10 December. Conversations about respect and your recipes will be captured and shared in a community cookbook. Be part of an inspiring community project where everyone's voices and contributions are valued, and respect, resilience and connection are celebrated.

Respect is the vital ingredient that nourishes safe, thriving communities. This event sets the table for conversations, creativity, and connection—where recipes, stories, and shared skills remind us that resilience is something we can cook up together.

A table set with respect has room for everyone.