Rosie Batty: A Decade Later, Urges Shift in Norms to Curb Family Violence
April 3, 2024
On the 10th anniversary of her son's murder, Rosie Batty underscores the ongoing struggle with family violence in Australia.
Batty identifies various forms of abuse and control, stressing that they can also come from influential figures.
Despite advocacy and a royal commission, Australia's rate of violence against women remains high with 64 women killed last year.
Rosie Batty points out that over 94% of the reported perpetrators are men, advocating for a shift in cultural norms regarding masculinity.
She advocates for initiating respectful relationships programs in schools and having open discussions with youth to combat the issue.
Batty remains hopeful for change, inspired by the potential impact of reaching and influencing young people early on.
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The Sydney Morning Herald • Apr 3, 2024
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