Building a world free from violence is long-term work and we need to bring policymakers and funders on the journey with us. With an ambitious National Plan aimed at ending family and gender-based violence in a generation, and the Victorian Royal Commission into Family Violence recommendations acquitted, how do we build and sustain momentum for primary prevention?   

This session will examine how messaging can help strengthen political will and action for primary prevention across different policy landscapes and jurisdictions. Panelists will also discuss governments’ key role in primary prevention – as funders, supporters and enablers of positive change. 

We will also explore experiences and lessons in advocacy across the country, focusing on how to design effective messaging that builds a shared commitment towards ending family and gender-based violence. 

Moderated by: Amanda Alford
Panellists: Somali Cerise, Betul Tuna, Joe Ball & Moo Baulch