Gympie Regional Council is lighting key landmarks around the region for Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Month in May and calling on the community to get informed about prevention.
The colour purple is known around the world as a symbol of peace, courage and survival.
‘Lighting up our landmarks is just one of the ways we’re showing our support for Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month this year,’ a council spokeswoman said.
Gympie Regional Council Mayor Glen Hartwig said council took a pledge against family violence last year. The Mayor said this year’s DFV Prevention Month theme: ‘Together Queenslanders can prevent domestic and family violence,’ reinforced that commitment.
‘Lighting our landmarks in purple sends a clear message that violence is not tolerated and support is there for anyone who needs it,’ Cr Hartwig said.
‘Domestic and family violence can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender or background. By raising awareness, we hope to encourage conversations, reduce stigma and connect people with help.’
Council is urging residents to get informed about the signs of DFV and provide support.
If you know someone who is using emotional or physical violence in their relationships, learn about the services that can help perpetrators stop their violence.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence, local support is available. For more information on DFV awareness and support in the Gympie region, visit gympie.qld.gov.au/DFV
Gympie Domestic and Family Violence Service provides domestic violence counselling to adult survivors, children and young people and court-based services at the Gympie Magistrates Court.
