2025 Theme: Stopping Family and Domestic Violence: Play your part.
From 25 November, which is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day, individuals and communities across Western Australia have an opportunity to show their support for ending violence against women, including family, domestic and sexual violence through 16 Days in WA – Stop Violence Against Women (16 Days in WA).
In Western Australia, 16 Days in WA aims to raise awareness, motivate positive action and highlight organisations, agencies, communities and individuals taking action to end violence against women.
Throughout the campaign, Landmarks across WA will be lit up in Orange. Check the map to find your nearest landmark.
Facts and Statistics from WA Department of Communities
- A national survey on victims show that the number of victims of assault increased by 10% across 30 years and 65% of assaults were Family Domestic Violence (FDV) related
- In Australia during 2023-24, an average of 1 woman was killed every 8 days by an intimate partner
- 1 in 3 Australian men aged between 18 and 65 years have used intimate partner violence in their lifetime
- An estimated 30% of women in WA have experienced physical, emotional or economic abuse by a cohabitating partner
- Aboriginal women are 32 times more likely to be hospitalised because of violence than non-Aboriginal women
- FDV is the leading cause of homelessness for women and children
For more information, to find local events and learn ways in which to play your part, visit the 16 Days in WA webpage.