Nationwide Rallies against Gender Violence - Australia

Between 26 and 28 April, hundreds of activists will protest across Australia to denounce violence against women. The details of the protests are as follows:

26 April:

• Ballarat - Bridge Mall at 17:00 hours (local time)

• Newcastle - Newcastle Museum at 18:00 hours (local time)

27 April

• Adelaide - Parliament House at 10:30 hours (local time)

• Sydney - Belmore Park at 13:00 hours (local time)

28 April

• Melbourne - State Library at 10:00 hours (local time)

• Bendigo - Rosalind Park at 11:00 hours (local time)

• Geelong - Market Square Mall, Lt Malop St, at 11:00 hours (local time)

• Coffs Harbour - Coffs Jetty Foreshore at 11:00 hours (local time)

• Sunshine Coast - Foundation Square at 11:00 hours (local time)

• Brisbane - King George Square at 11:00 hours (local time)

• Perth - Forest Pl at 12:00 hours (local time)

• Canberra - Garema Place at 14:00 hours (local time)

Protests have been planned in other cities as well.

Advice

To minimize safety risks, avoid areas of large public gatherings or protests. Even events intended to be peaceful can escalate unexpectedly and quickly become violent. Monitor local media for updates on potential protests and high-risk localities.