"Walking Away: Limestone Coast Family Violence Action Group Chairperson, Le-AnneThomson, calling on SE Domestic violence survivors to anonymously share their stories" Photo used with the kind permission of the Border Watch.
Walk in My Shoes was an anonymous display aimed at raising awareness about the impacts of domestic violence & inspiring victims to seek help. Presented by Mount Gambier Soroptimist International and Zonta Adelaide the travelling display in October & November 2014 was well attended. The display featured stories from survivors, coupled with a pair of shoes to represent how they walked out of domestic violence. This project gave a message of hope to women. (for local ABC news story on 29 October, 2014 click here)
The next stage project in 2015 was the publication of a booklet by Zonta Adelaide with financial support from SI Mount Gambier. The booklet contains a selection of the stories – giving the writers an opportunity to celebrate their success and be recognised for their courage. We hope that it also inspires and gives confidence to women who believe they can’t leave.
In 2015 Zonta Adelaide, with the support of funds from SI Mount Gambier, was able to reproduce the stories into a publication. Read these inspiring stories at http://www.zontaclubofadelaide.org.au/service-projects/
Presenting Tony Pasin Federal Member for Barker with a copy of the booklet the idea of bringing Michaelia Cash Federal Minister for Women was conceived and a further collaboration with key service providers led to a major Domestic Violence Forum held on Friday 13 November 2015.
Anyone experiencing domestic violence in need of help can contact the Limestone Coast Domestic Violence Service on 87231385 or free call 1800 631 385.
