In 2024, Victoria University will again take part in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence – a global campaign that takes place every year between 25 November and 10 December.
This year, we are inviting staff, students and friends of VU to march with us against family violence, join a Hackathon to jumpstart improved accessibility and learn about men as allies for gender equality. See details and registration links below.
To mark the International Day of People with Disability on 3 December, VU presents its inaugural AI Hackathon
This in-person and online event challenges you to think of new ways to make content accessible to more people. Hackathon participants will be joined by Microsoft Education specialists and have access to the latest AI tools.
This year, the hackathon is open to students and VU alumni. The event offers points towards VU's Career Ready Award and there is also the chance to win exciting vouchers. Places are limited.
1.30–3pm Tuesday 3 December, Footscray Park campus, with presentations delivered online 4–6pm on Friday 6 December.
The student hackathon will run 3–6 December. 3 December: 9.30am–12.15pm 4, 5 & 6 December: 10am–12pm
The Men as Allies Training is a new online course that supports men to understand their role as an ally in promoting gender equality and preventing gender-based violence and disrespect.
During the webinar, you’ll hear about the 18 actionable recommendations for workplaces and leadership that can foster a more inclusive and equitable environment for fathers and caregivers.
This is essential to achieving workplace gender equality and preventing violence against women.
Speakers on the day include:
Dr. Niki Vincent, Public Sector Gender Equality Commissioner (keynote speaker)
Dale Wakefield, GenWest CEO
Tasneem Chopra, OAM (facilitator)
Alison Leighton – CEO, City of Melbourne (panel member)
Ameet Bains – CEO, Western Bulldogs (panel member)
Cameron McDonald – Masculinities & Engaging Men in Prevention Expert, Our Watch (panel member)
VU invites students, staff and friends to join with us at the Walk Against Family Violence. This annual event, coordinated by Respect Victoria, kicks off the 16 Days of Activism in Victoria, and commemorates the lives lost to gendered violence.
Free community workshop: Family Violence Prevention & Response
Join other community leaders in Moonee Valley for this free interactive workshop on violence prevention led by GenWest, expert family violence service providers for Melbourne's West.
Where: Burley Griffin Community Centre, Keilor East
When: Tuesday 3 December, 2024. 5.30pm arrival for 6pm start
