Bega, Australia, displays purple shoes to honor women killed by violence, part of a global activism effort.

In Bega, Australia, dozens of purple shoes were displayed at Littleton Gardens on November 29 to represent women who died from domestic and family violence in 2024. This event, part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (Nov 25 to Dec 10), aimed to raise awareness and promote gender equality. Organized by local groups including Bega Rotary and NSW Police, the initiative uses purple to symbolize the fight against gender-based violence.

December 02, 2024
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