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The luncheon on Sunday 19th July, will feature a special guest appearance from ABCF Director Vanessa Fowler. Photo source: website/Allison Baden-Clay Foundation
A Burdekin woman inspired by recent domestic violence awareness events is bringing a community luncheon to the region next month, hoping to spark further conversation around coercive control, respectful relationships and the impacts of domestic violence.
The ‘Strive to be Kind’ luncheon, organised by local resident Alexandria Lange in conjunction with the Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre and the Allison Baden-Clay Foundation (ABCF), will be held at Silver Screens n’ Coffee Beans on Sunday 19th July to raise awareness and support for domestic violence prevention initiatives.
“It's about spreading the message of kindness … and awareness of domestic violence and its impacts on the community,” said Ms Lange.
“I attended the DV prevention walk in May, and was really impressed by what the DV network and the police did there. I also attended the PCYC event, and have just been greatly inspired by all those people.
“I wanted to see more events like that happening so we can spread the message further—the message of kindness, and of community coming together to create safer, respectful relationships in our communities.”
The luncheon will feature a special guest appearance from ABCF Director Vanessa Fowler OAM.
The sister of Allison Baden-Clay, who was tragically murdered by her husband in 2012, Ms Fowler played a major role in the formation of the Foundation, taking on multiple executive roles.
She has since been the driving force behind Strive To Be Kind Day.
Bowen martial-arts instructor Deb McLean will also present on the day.
Ms Lange called the pair “inspiring,” and hopes attendees leave with a similar impression.
“I really hope this luncheon encourages inspiration—one more conversation, one more act of kindness, one more person to support the foundation's work. If we can do that, then we've already made a huge difference,” she said.
Ms Lange encouraged the community to support the event in any way possible.
“I would really love it if the community got behind us—community members, businesses, everyone,” she said.
"If you could contribute in any way, whether that's buying a ticket and coming along to the event, or donating to the ABCF. It doesn't matter how small.”
The event will begin at midday, with a meal and raffle prizes up for grabs. All proceeds will be donated to the ABCF.
Tickets can be purchased at the Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre on 40 Chippendale Street, Ayr.
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