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Promoting Healthy Masculinities: Local Dads Lead the Way
As outlined in the national Change the Story framework by Our Watch, one of the key actions to prevent violence against women is to support men and boys to develop healthy masculinities and positive, supportive peer relationships. Here in Geraldton, the Community,...
Launch of ‘Introduction to Primary Prevention of Family Violence’ Training
Community, Respect & Equality is pleased to launch its new “Introduction to Primary Prevention of Family Violence” training. This one-hour, interactive workshop is designed to build understanding of the drivers of family violence, the role of gender equality, and...
Desert Blue Connect Receives Funding for Walk Against Violence
We’re excited to congratulate Desert Blue Connect on receiving funding through the City of Greater Geraldton’s Community Project Support Program. This support will help continue and grow Desert Blue Connect and Community, Respect & Equality events into the future,...
Building New Social Norms through Community Storytelling
Working across community is central to the Community, Respect & Equality program, and the primary prevention of family violence. A recent series of social media posts, profiling local men, highlighted just how powerful the stories of community members are in...
New Strategic Plan Sets Vision for Community, Respect & Equality 2025–2027
Community, Respect & Equality has now unveiled its new Strategic Plan 2025-2027, that continues to improve the understanding of primary prevention of violence against women among the community, while also enhancing sustainability of the program. The result of...
A Humbling Honour: Recognised for Community-Driven Research in Injury Prevention
Dane Waters- Health Communication Resources We were incredibly proud to be named a finalist in the 2025 Injury Matters Injury Prevention and Safety Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Influencing Injury Policy or Research. The nomination recognised our work in...
“Speak up!” “Silence is not the answer to violence.”
,Why Mission Australia signed up to the Community, Respect & Equality (CRE) initiative. Mission Australia is committed to making a valid contribution toward ending family and domestic violence. This will only be achievable through a unified, collaborative strategy...
Active Bystander Training Speaking Out Against Disrespect
The City of Greater Geraldton was nationally recognised for its commitment to gender equality and the prevention of violence against women and children in 2024. As part of the Community Respect Equality (CRE) initiative led by Desert Blue Connect, the City delivers...
Fatherhood is Prevention – A Reflection
By Dane Waters. While brainstorming ideas for our monthly communications group at Community, Respect and Equality—a space where community members collaborate to prevent family violence—I came across powerful research from the Australian Institute of Family Studies....
