36th March Against Domestic and Family Violence
Every year, Western Australians unite at the March Against Domestic and Family Violence. On Wednesday 25 November 2026, we’re coming together at Forrest Place to show our commitment to ending men’s violence against women and children, to honour victims and survivors, and to show our support to their families and to women and children who continue to live in fear.
Wednesday 25 November 2026
Forrest Place, Perth
10:00am
Connect with stallholders supporting our work and services supporting victim-survivors
11:00am
Official proceedings commence. Listen to messages of hope and resilience from our powerful speakers. A full program will be released in the lead up to the event.
12:00noon
Assemble for the silent march to show your solidarity to ending family and domestic violence.
Background
Each year the United Nation’s international campaign 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence runs from 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) and 10 December (International Human Rights Day).
16 Days of Activism is a global campaign for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls. The 2026 global theme for the campaign is: UNiTE to End Violence Against Women and Girls: Ensure justice, protect survivors, end impunity.
In Western Australia, the WA Government hosts 16 Days in WA as part of this campaign.
The Annual March Against Domestic and Family Violence in Perth (Boorloo) is hosted by the Centre for Women’s Safety and Wellbeing during 16 Days. It brings together families of victim-survivors, the community, dedicated specialist services, government representatives, and a growing number of corporate supporters to honour the women and children who have been killed due to domestic and family violence and show support to those who still live in constant fear.
Resources
Please use the following resources to promote the march to your staff, supporters, members, customers and clients. If you would like to adapt a resource with your own logo to show your organisation’s support, please get in touch with Communications at CWSW via admin@cwsw.org.au.
Rally Signs
These are messages you can print off, stick onto card or a stick and bring along to the rally. These are designed in A2 size. You can also print these professinoally on card or corflute. Please do not alter the slogan or remove the CWSW logo.
Social Media Tiles and Content
Use these tiles on your social media to show your support for the March Against Domestic and Family Violence.
Sample caption:
Every year, Western Australians unite at the March Against Domestic and Family Violence.
Wednesday, 25 November 2026 Forrest Place, Perth 10am to 1pm
Promotional Poster
Print or share this poster to promote attendance at the rally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the March Against Domestic and Family Violence?
The March is an annual event to show our commitment to ending men’s violence against women and children, to honour victims, to show support to victims’ families and to women and children who continue to live in fear.
Who should attend the March?
Everyone. Domestic and family violence is a whole-of-community issue, and everyone has a role to play in ending this public health crisis. By joining the March you demonstrate your support to end domestic and family violence in our community.
Do I need to register?
You are welcome to turn up on the day, however if you register via Humanitix you will receive regular updates about the March and we can let you know if there are any last-minute changes.
Subscribe to updates from the Centre for Women’s Safety and Wellbeing to stay in touch in the lead up to the March.
What should I wear?
Dress comfortably and be sun safe by wearing a hat and sunscreen.
Orange and or purple are good colours to wear, if you can, as orange is the campaign colour to end gender-based violence and purple is the campaign colour to end domestic and family violence.
If you are joining the March as an employee or with your colleagues, wearing a branded work uniform signals support when workforces attend wearing their work uniforms as a show of solidarity.
What should I bring?
- Bottle of water – November in Boorloo can get warm and you may be in the sun for a few hours
- Hat
- Printed sign and banners with messages
I don’t have a banner, what do I do?
You don’t need to have a banner to join the March. You can print one yourself.
CWSW will also have banners and signs you may borrow for the March. They are on a first come first serve basis and we kindly ask you to return them to us at the end of the March.
What time does the event start?
10:00am – visit service providers and stallholders in Forrest Place.
11:00am – official proceedings commence, with speakers sharing messages of hope and resilience.
12:00noon – the silent March commences
How can I get there?
The March takes place in the Perth city centre with lots of public transport options to attend. Consider using the Transperth Journey Planner.
There are many paid parking options in the City of Perth, though parking can be limited. You can use the City of Perth parking website to find the most convenient for you.
Where are the nearest toilets?
The closest toilets are in Myer, Forrest Place.
There is a Changing Places facility at Citiplace Rest Centre, 378 Wellington Street, Perth WA (at the back of Perth Station) for people with high support needs.
The City of Perth has information about Public Toilet locations and maps on their website: Getting Around Perth – Public Toilets.
What support is available for people with accessibility requirements?
Auslan interpreters will be in attendance to communicate the speeches between 10am and 11am.
Assistance dogs are always welcome.
There is a Changing Places facility at Citiplace Rest Centre, 378 Wellington Street, Perth WA (at the back of Perth Station).
The City of Perth has information about Accessibility related to transportation and services, which you can read on their website: Getting Around Perth – Accessibility.
What if I need help on the day?
St John Ambulance will be on hand for first aid services during the March.
If you have a question about the March please make your way to the Centre for Women’s Safety and Wellbeing stall and speak to our friendly staff.
If you have a question about the City of Perth there is a staffed information desk located near the stalls on Forrest Place.
What will happen at the March?
The event is made of three parts.
10:00am – domestic and family violence sector specialist services stalls are open to the public to learn about services available for crisis support, refuge accommodation, financial hardship and legal support.
11:00am – we hold a rally, hear from leaders in the domestic and family violence space, including lived experience experts, the domestic and family and sexual violence sector, the WA Police Force and the State Government. During this part of the event there will be a memorial to honour and recognise every life stolen by domestic and family
12:00noon – the silent March commences through the CBD. The March concludes at approximately 12:45pm.
During the speeches and the March we ask that you remain silent and encourage others to do the same.
Is it a silent March?
Yes, the March is silent to honour the those who have been killed by domestic and family violence and as a sign of respect for the families. We ask that attendees refrain from chatter amongst themselves for the duration of the March.
How long is the March and where will it go?
The March starts and ends at Forrest Place, Perth CBD.
The March starts on Murray Street Mall, turns left onto William Street, left onto Hay Street Mall, and left onto Barrack Street, returning back to Forrest Place.
The approximate length of the walk is 1.1 kilometres.
I can’t attend for the whole event. Can I come for just the speeches or the March?
We understand you may not be able to make it for the whole duration of the event and we welcome you at any time during the event.
Please be mindful that if you are arriving during the speeches or the March that you respect the speakers and maintain silence during the March.
Who do I contact for more information?
For questions about the event, please contact events@cwsw.org.au.
