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A painted promise to end violence against women and children.
In Australia, at least one woman a week loses her life to violence at the hands of a current or former partner.
According to Destroy the Joint, this equated to the deaths of at least 57 women in 2022 and at least 64 women in 2023—statistics that paint a devastating picture, one that sadly continues in 2024.
This violence disproportionately affects women, with intimate partner homicides involving a female victim and a male perpetrator being the most common type of femicide*. While most men do not use violence against women and children and believe it to be unacceptable, many stand by and do little to prevent it, allowing it to continue.
This is why we are joining forces with Polished Man to help end violence against women and children.
Polished Man is a powerful movement dedicated to ending violence against women and children. It involves painting one nail blue—or any colour you choose—to stand in solidarity and ignite crucial conversations about this critical issue. Each painted nail is a beacon of hope and a conversation starter, prompting the question, “What’s with the painted nail?” This opens the door to discussing our mission and spreading awareness.
The funds we raise go directly into grants programs that support a wide range of initiatives aimed at enhancing accountability, fostering community engagement, and empowering individuals and families. These programs are designed to prevent violence before it starts and to support survivors on their path to healing.
By joining Polished Man, you become part of a community dedicated to making a real difference. Every conversation, every painted nail, and every donation brings us one step closer to a world where women and children can live free from violence.
To find out how you can get involved click here.
*Source: Monash University: Securing Women’s Lives
Last updated: 24 September 2024
