Family and domestic violence affects people from all walks of life and comes in many shapes and forms. Tragically, 1 woman was killed every 11 days in Australia by an intimate partner on average in 2022-23*. These deaths have a lasting and devastating effect on the entire community.

Led by courageous survivors and passionate advocates, the Safe Steps Candlelight Vigil brings Victoria together in a powerful tribute to honor and remember the people whose lives have been lost to family and domestic violence.

The Vigil plays a crucial role in raising awareness of family and domestic violence by providing a platform for sharing stories of resilience, sparking hope, and inspiring change. It empowers help-seekers to access support before it's too late, helping to break the cycle of intergenerational trauma and prevent further loss of life.

The Safe Steps Candlelight Vigil will take place on National Family Violence Remembrance Day, Wednesday 7 May 2025, coinciding with Domestic Violence Prevention Month.

Contact Details
For event enquiries and to discuss any accessibility requirements, please email comms@safesteps.org.au.

Please note:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are warned that the Vigil may contain images or stories of people who have passed away.

It will also contain stories of domestic and family abuse, which may be triggering for some participants. 

We will have specialist counsellors available for support and debriefing.

If you are experiencing family violence, please contact Safe Steps on 1800 015 188, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

You can contact 1800RESPECT any time of the night or day for counselling and support on 1800 737 732.

If you are in immediate danger, please contact police on 000.

*https://www.aihw.gov.au/family-domestic-and-sexual-violence/responses-and-outcomes/domestic-homicide