Some of the region’s leading footballers have taken a stand against domestic violence in a powerful video message released as part of the GOTAFE GVFL White Ribbon themed round.
The video, an initiative of AFL Goulburn Murray, sees players representing clubs from all four senior football leagues across the region creating a collective statement declaring domestic violence as unacceptable in our community.
AFL Goulburn Murray Region General Manager Martin Gleeson sees the video as a bold and proactive statement from the football community.
"The video makes a powerful statement to speak out against domestic violence and the role of men to stand up and speak out" he said.
"Football netball clubs are such a central part of their community and this initiative reinforces the role we all play in standing up against an issue which is all too prevalent."
"The support from participating clubs and players was outstanding for this project and it was heartening to see such a strong response from footballers across the region more than happy to take all wanting to take a leadership role."
"I would also like to acknowledge Berry Street, Primary Care Connect, Valley Sport, Hume Indigenous Family Violence Regional Action Group, GV CASA, White Ribbon Australia and WIN TV who have all played a part in bringing this project to fruition."
Kim Scott, Manager Clinical Services at Primary Care Connect, highlights the issue of domestic violence as being of incredible importance.
"On average 1 woman a week is killed in Australia by a current or former partner" she said.
"One in three women has experienced physical and/or sexual violence perpetrated by someone known to them."
"One in four children is exposed to domestic violence, which is a recognised form of child abuse."
"We congratulate AFL Goulburn Murray and the club players involved in this project and we applaud the initiative taken by the Commission in recognising the positive role that men play in preventing violence against women."
"These videos will encourage men to speak out against violence against women and challenge the attitudes and behaviours of a minority of men who use or condone violence against women."
To view the video head to http://bit.ly/2aMZrGm
Last Modified on 30/09/2016 11:35