International Women’s Day 2021

While International Women’s Day (IWD) is a day to celebrate the achievements of the wonderful women in our lives, it’s also an opportunity to consider how far we must go to protect women and children from violence. 66 women in Australia have lost their lives as a result of violence since January 2020.*  Lou’s Place held a vigil in Martin Place on Monday, 8 March. 66 pairs of shoes were placed on the ground to represent each life lost. Passers-by were invited to stop, reflect and place a flower beside a pair of shoes to honour the memory of each woman who died in tragic circumstances. Women of every age are at risk of violence and death every day in Australia. IWD provides a tremendous opportunity for Lou's Place to have meaningful discussions with community members about domestic violence. 

*Thank you to the researchers at Destroy the Joint. 66 known deaths were registered from January 2020 to February 2021. Thank you also to Best Buds Florist for their donation of beautiful flowers, and for their ongoing support of Lou’s Place.