Thousands of Australians have come together to demand stricter laws on gender-based violence, with one woman being killed every four days this year due to such violence. The outrage and demands for change have prompted Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to declare that the issue has reached epidemic levels in Australia.
Protesters gathered in Sydney and other major cities, carrying signs reading “Respect” and “No more violence,” demanding tougher criminal laws to address the problem. Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young called for a national emergency response, emphasizing the need for action rather than empty promises.
Prime Minister Albanese announced his intention to attend a rally in Canberra in solidarity with women across Australia, stating that enough is enough and that the country needs to do better in addressing violence against women. Similar protests are scheduled in other capitals like Perth, Melbourne, Hobart, and Brisbane over the weekend.
Gender-based violence remains a significant problem in Australia, with ongoing efforts to address issues of sexual abuse and misconduct in high political offices. The urgent need for action and prevention measures has mobilized communities to come together and demand change in tackling this pervasive issue.
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