Don’t be silent when you see violence.

The headline of the State Government’s 16 Days in WA campaign to prevent domestic and family violence is a reminder that we all have a role to play in calling out violence in our community, including our regional communities.

On the 24th of May, an ABC news report told Australia that 21 women had been killed in 21 weeks by an intimate partner.

My guess is that you’d gasp and think, ‘how horrible, that must be in another country.’

You’d be wrong.

On White Ribbon Day, Breaking the Silence (now DV Assist) launched in Albany. If you haven't heard about Breaking the Silence, then let me tell you.

Not all abuse is physical. Domestic Violence is another form of terrorism. Why? Terrorism creates fear, and fear is what these people live with daily. Fear of what will happen next.

I've been a little quiet on the blog for the last couple of months - there has been a reason why! It's been busy!

So, my very important information. What is it?