“What the rest of the community needs to know is that this violence is preventable.” Our Watch CEO Patty Kinnersly appeared on ABC's The World Today last week, discussing the bravery of Gisele Pelicot: ab.co/4iMKswg

As the year draws to a close, we reflect on the many women's lives lost to men's violence in 2024. It doesn't have to be this way. Violence against women is preventable, and we all have a role to play in creating a future where everyone is safe, respected and able to thrive.

We can all play a part in creating a future free from violence against women.

"Ending violence against women requires all parts of our systems working together." Patty Kinnersly CEO Patty Kinnersly speaking to news.com.au bit.ly/3DEJH8h

A future free from violence is possible.

Everyone has a role to play in preventing violence against women & girls with disabilities. Start by challenging ableism wherever, you see it. Find more tips in our Changing the landscape resources, created with Women With Disabilities Victoria: bit.ly/462AdxP

We surveyed over 800 young Australians about their attitudes to pornography - and they told us how it has shaped their views on sex, relationships, gender roles and identities. Read the full report and our recommendations on our website: bit.ly/4a8AwcE

Everyone has a role to play in preventing violence against women - including men.

Our Watch stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, families and organisations Read our full statement on our website: bit.ly/3PKuXYa

"83% of female and 67% of male employees agreed that they would consider leaving a job that didn't treat workplace sexual harassment as a serious issue." bit.ly/40AOJKT

If sexual harassment isn’t treated as a serious issue in the workplace, 83 per cent of women would consider leaving their job, according to new research. Our Watch womensagenda.com.au/business/treat…

"Our schools are at the coalface when it comes to real life impacts of gender-based violence. It's confronting but preventable." bit.ly/41dLYAy

Everyone has a role to play in preventing violence against women. Because violence against women is driven by gender inequality – something we can all take action against, in our homes, schools, sports clubs & workplaces. Learn more on our website bit.ly/4gLLk1H

“Those kinds of comments don’t affect me.” Even if you’re not affected personally, we need all of us to speak up against disrespect when we see it. Together, let’s change the story. To find out more, visit ourwatch.org.au/mewe Our Watch

Entries are open for the 2025 Mid-Year Media Prizes. See the full list of prizes and programs here. walkleys.com/prizes/ Don’t wait until the last minute. Entries close 11:59pm, 14 April, 2025.

Not all men are violent – but all men have a role to play in preventing violence. You can start by calling out the disrespectful attitudes that lead to violence against women. Ready to get started? Head to our website to learn more bit.ly/4gLLk1H

On #InternationalWomensDay, we stand united with DV Alert, 1800RESPECT, eSafety Commissioner and ANROWS under the theme #MarchForward, alongside countless other organisations working across prevention, intervention, response & healing to create meaningful change.

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Congratulations to the 2025 finalists for the Our Watch Award for Excellence in Reporting on Violence Against Women, Our Watch: ABC News Breakfast team, ABC News; Broken Justice team, Guardian Australia; Fiona Pepper, All in the Mind, ABC Radio National; ABC News.