White Ribbon Australia Breakfast

54 Australian woman and 22 children have already been killed in 2026 as a result of domestic, family and sexual violence.

Prevention is the Future and everyone has a role to play in creating change.

Join White Ribbon Australia for a powerful morning of conversation, insight and practical action at the 2026 White Ribbon Breakfast.

This is more than a breakfast. It is an opportunity to better understand what Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence prevention looks like in practice, what is changing in Australia, and the role each of us can play in creating safer, more respectful workplaces and communities.

The morning will also bring together leaders from media, business, youth and the prevention sector to explore how change happens across different parts of society.

Guests will hear from:

• Luke Bateman, keynote speaker, on masculinity, sport, influence and the role men can play in creating change.

• Chrissy Morrissey MC and Journalist, on the role media plays in shaping attitudes, public conversations and prevention.

• Cath Taplin, Head of Talent from Rio Tinto, on the role workplaces can play in creating respectful cultures, supporting employees and embedding prevention into everyday business.

• Lachie, a member of White Ribbon Australia's Youth Advisory Group, on the experiences of young men and boys, online influences and what young people need from adults, workplaces and communities.

• Helen, CEO of White Ribbon Australia, on advocacy, policy, emerging trends and the broader prevention landscape.

• Claire Hurst, National Director of White Ribbon Australia, on White Ribbon Australia's current priorities, campaigns, workplace programs and opportunities to get involved.

What you will walk away with

This event is designed to leave you with more than awareness.

You will leave with:

• A clearer understanding of what Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence prevention primary prevention means and why it matters.

• Practical insight into how workplaces can influence attitudes, behaviours and culture.

• Ideas for how leaders and teams can move from good intentions to meaningful prevention action.

• A better understanding of the pressures and influences shaping men and young people today.

• Practical ways to start conversations, challenge harmful behaviours and create safer environments.

• Greater awareness of the role your organisation can play through training, workplace accreditation and ongoing prevention initiatives.

• A stronger sense of what you can do personally and professionally to contribute to change.
  

Why workplaces should attend?

Workplaces are one of the most powerful settings for prevention.

They influence culture, leadership, behaviour and expectations. They are also places where people spend a significant part of their lives, build relationships and learn what behaviour is accepted.

For HR leaders, executives, people and culture teams, safety professionals, managers and business leaders, this Breakfast provides an opportunity to consider:

• Is our workplace doing enough to prevent violence and disrespect before harm occurs?

• Do our leaders know how to recognise and respond to harmful behaviours?

• Are our policies supported by culture, capability and action?

• Do our people feel confident to speak up?

• Are we creating the kind of workplace we say we want to be?

White Ribbon Australia works with organisations across Australia through workplace training and accreditation, helping them strengthen leadership, culture, capability and response.

For organisations ready to take the next step, the Breakfast is an opportunity to learn more about what effective workplace prevention can look like and how to begin.

Who should attend?

This event is particularly relevant for:

• CEOs and senior leaders

• HR and People & Culture professionals

• Workplace health and safety teams

• Diversity, equity and inclusion leaders

• Managers and team leaders

• Corporate and community partners

• Sporting organisations and clubs

• Education leaders

• Government and community sector representatives

• Anyone who wants to better understand the role they can play in prevention!