PM urged to declare violence against women a ‘national emergency’

A domestic violence advocacy group has called for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to declare violence against women as a “national emergency”. Thousands of people have marched from Commonwealth Park to Parliament House calling for more funding for domestic and sexual violence. The rallies were organised by advocacy group 'What Were You Wearing' who have a long list of demands to tackle violence against women. Marchers have accused his government of not doing enough. At least 27 women have allegedly died from gender-based violence in Australia this year, according to Counting Dead Women Australia. If this story has raised any concerns, please call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732.