An orange glow will mark important week

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence kicks off on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

This annual international United Nation’s campaign runs until December 10, which is Human Rights Day. 

Strong Community Portfolio Councillor David Law said Council buildings would be lit up in orange for the campaign in support of the ‘Orange the World’ initiative – to raise awareness of gender-based violence and show our support for this importance cause.

“Sunshine Coast City Hall, Nambour’s Eddie De Vere, Coolum Civic Centre, Kings Beach Fountain, Landsborough Museum and the Beerwah Meeting Place will all glow orange,” Cr Law said.

“As part of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence you can get involved with Council’s annual Seeds of Hope event on December 4 to show support for victims of domestic and family violence.

“More than 350 native trees and shrubs will be planted as a lasting legacy to acknowledge victims of domestic and family violence on the Sunshine Coast, as well as creating habitat for our wildlife. 

“If you can’t make the Seeds of Hope event, a number of community groups will be hosting events during the 16 days, including a community event at Buhk Park in Alexandra Headland and another which will unveil a new Red Bench seat in Maleny.”

The Red Bench project is an initiative of the Red Rose Foundation to raise awareness of domestic and family violence and to build a permanent reminder that domestic and family violence occurs within all communities.

Visit Council’s website for information on events planned.