Events in Darebin for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence

30 October 2025

Join your local community in taking a stand for respect, equality, and safety for all. As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Darebin is hosting a range of free events that invite reflection, creativity, and action.

Star Weaving Workshop

Show your support for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence and weave a star as a symbol of what respect means to you. The stars will be installed across the library, inspired by the One Billion Stars project.

Date: Thursday 20th November
Time: 6pm – 7.30pm
Location: Preston Library, 266 Gower Street Preston
Cost: Free

Registration

Walk Against Family Violence

Join the Walk Against Family Violence on Friday 28 November and create Victorian communities where everyone is safe, equal and respected.

Date: Friday 28th November
Time: 10am
Location: Birrarung Marr (Upper Terrace), Melbourne
Cost: Free

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Weaving Against Violence

Take a moment to slow down at this busy time of year and join us at the IC, together with local fibre artists and members of the Ava Tapestry Groups. Bring your own project along, or try your hand at basket-weaving, macrame, tapestry, or crochet with recycled t-shirt material. Materials provided and no experience necessary.

Date: Monday 1st December 2025
Time: 11am – 3pm
Location: Darebin Intercultural Centre, 350 High Street Preston
Cost: Free

Registration

Active Bystander & Gender Equity Training for 16 Days of Activism

This practical workshop will help you safely challenge gender-based discrimination and understand the role individuals can play in promoting gender equality.