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16 Days of Activism

Casey Cardinia Libraries is proud to support the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender based Violence campaign.

Between Friday 25 November and Saturday 10 December all libraries will have:

    • Storytimes based on gender
    • Equality and kindness
    • Book Chats
    • Craft Sessions
    • Collaborations with partners including Orange Door and The Water Well Project
    • Special “Book Matters” Podcast Author interview

With so much planned across all our libraries over the 16 days we want to get the conversation started!

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Street Law Coffee Van: Mobile Legal Help
Wednesday 9th November, 10am
Hampton Park Library

Joe the Lawyer and the Peninsula Community Legal Coffee Van are rolling into Hampton Park.
Free Coffee and Free legal advice, It doesn’t get much better than this.
The Van will be parked outside the Hampton Park Library

BOOK TICKETS

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Kindness And Equality Storytime
Monday 28th, 30th November, 1st, 2nd & 8th December.
Multiple locations

Join us for a special storytime gently exploring kindness and equality, while challenging traditional ideas of being a boy or a girl. As always, we will be sharing fabulous picture books, songs and activities perfect for pre-schoolers! Ages 3-5

BOOK TICKETS

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‘What Does Respect Mean To You?’ Maker Space
Tuesday 29th & 30th November, Monday 5th & 6th December
Multiple locations

What does respect mean to you???

Come along to our maker space any time while we are open to create your own response to the theme ‘Respect Is…’ using our materials.

BOOK TICKETS

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Lead For Change

Wednesday 30th November, 2:00pm
Hampton Park Library

Do you want to play a role in ending gender-based violence in your community? Get started with our free 2 hour course.

Gender-based violence is a complex issue, but we want to empower you contribute to the solution. Whether that’s for your role in a community group, such as a sport or recreation club, social group or interest group, or just because you want to make your community a better place, this course is for you.

Learn about the drivers and impact of gender-based violence and some steps you can take within your community to prevent it.

15+ years

BOOK TICKETS

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Print Making For Activism
Thursday 1st December, 5:00pm
Bunjil Place Library

In solidarity across Australia, join us for 16 days of Activism against gender based violence and discrimination. Make your voice heard as we print for activism at Bunjil Place Library. Etch your mark and create a print design that shows your support for equality, peace and respect.

Art supplies provided, bring an old shirt or smock, things might get messy.

Suitable for young people ages 12+

BOOK TICKETS

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Womens’ Preventative Health
Friday 2nd December, 2:00pm
Pakenham Library

In this health education session the Team from The Water Well Project will discuss risk factors to illnesses and their prevention, early detection of specific diseases, health checks, and maintenance of your health and wellbeing.
The session, specifically designed for female community members, will also cover gender specific information including Cervical and Breast Cancer Screening as well as topics such as mental health, sexual health and healthy relationships.

BOOK TICKETS

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Self Defence For Women And Girls
Saturday 3rd December, 10.30AM
Emerald Library

Gain courage, confidence and become empowered during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence.

This female only self-defence classes will help teach the skills and techniques for self-defence within a relaxed, safe and friendly environment.

We recommend this course for ages 10+, it is not overly demanding physically, but the subject matter may be confronting for young children.

BOOK TICKETS

1659663493-532 500

Womens’ Preventative Health
Wednesday 7th December, 12:00pm
Bunjil Place Library

In this health education session the Team from The Water Well Project will discuss risk factors to illnesses and their prevention, early detection of specific diseases, health checks, and maintenance of your health and wellbeing.
The session, specifically designed for female community members, will also cover gender specific information including Cervical and Breast Cancer Screening as well as topics such as mental health, sexual health and healthy relationships.

BOOK TICKETS

1660282901-858 500

Lead For Change

Saturday 10th December, 2:00pm
Pakenham Library

Do you want to play a role in ending gender-based violence in your community? Get started with our free 2 hour course.

Gender-based violence is a complex issue, but we want to empower you contribute to the solution. Whether that’s for your role in a community group, such as a sport or recreation club, social group or interest group, or just because you want to make your community a better place, this course is for you.

Learn about the drivers and impact of gender-based violence and some steps you can take within your community to prevent it.

15+ years

BOOK TICKETS