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Tulya Wardli/
Bonython Park
Shining a light on domestic and family violence
With State Government, City of Adelaide and community support, Spirit of Woman are creating South Australia’s first public tribute to victims and survivors of domestic and family violence (DFV) – The Place of Courage.
This revolutionary and inclusive space (to be established in the Tulya Wardli/Bonython Park and Council Areas across SA) will be a powerful public reminder and acknowledgement of the horrific damage caused by DFV in our communities.
The Place of Courage will be a space for:
Everyone – All community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI, and all culturally and linguistically diverse migrant and refugee communities who want to mourn, find solace, heal, or share their stories.
Education – Multicultural community and school education programs, community gatherings and school field trips designed to educate about the impact of DFV and what can be done to reduce it in our communities.
Prevention programs – In partnership with local service providers, not-for-profit organisations, Indigenous and multicultural organisations, schools, and the general public, to develop strategies to reduce DFV in our communities.
Community gatherings – Vigils, community events, protests and marches to acknowledge, own and reflect on the tragedy of DFV and to change the discourse to stop the blame and shame.
Future generations – To heal, to end the intergenerational cycle, and to pledge not to perpetuate it in the future.
The Place of Courage will be a serene and soulful place for South Australians to reflect and contemplate. It will also provide a constant reminder that we must prevent gendered violence and that we must work as hard as ever to create a world that is free of violence.- Natasha Stott Despoja, Our Watch
How is the Place of Courage going to change the story?
The Place of Courage will:
Be a physical, visual, and public display, acknowledging the existence of DFV in our community, shifting it from a private experience to a public issue
Provide people with an opportunity to connect, heal and grieve, empowering them with the courage to stand up and speak out
Raise public awareness and educate our community.
Ripples across SA
Ripples Across SA is a unique initiative aimed at encouraging each of 68 Councils to participate in purchasing and installing a Place of Courage commemorative art installation in their local area.
