#COMMUNITYMAKESADIFFERENCE. CREATING A FUTURE WHERE WOMEN AND CHILDREN LIVE FREE FROM VIOLENCE.
WHite Ribbon Day Of Action
Where Hope Meets Action
Saturday November 29, 2025 | 11 am - 3 pm
Mt Martha Uniting Church
109 Bay Rd, Mount Martha
Be Part of Something Bigger
Every year, our Mt Martha community comes together to support families right here in our neighbourhood.
This isn't just another awareness event - it's your chance to be part of the solution and create real, lasting change
You'll:
Learn practical ways to create safer communities for everyone
Connect with neighbours who share your values
Support Moonah House - the Peninsula's first community-led crisis accommodation opening in 2026
Be part of the global campaign - 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (Nov 25 - Dec 10)
Need Help?
If you are in immediate danger, please contact 000.
Other Resources:
1800 RESPECT - 1800 737 732 (24/7 counselling)
Lifeline - 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)
Need Support To Attend?
We have a number of complimentary tickets available.
Please contact our event organiser Ruth on 0432 441 146 for confidential assistance.
Why This Matters
White Ribbon Day is Australia's campaign to end men's violence against women.
Behind every statistic is someone's sister, daughter, mother, or friend. This violence is preventable and you can help.
The Reality We're Facing:
2 in 5 women have experienced violence since the age of 15
On average, police attend a family violence incident every six minutes in Victoria
One woman is killed nearly every week in Australia due to family violence
Children are present in 30 per cent of family violence incidents attended by police
Family violence is the leading cause of homelessness for women and children
and these are only the reported cases
What Makes This Day Different
Real Stories, Real Impact
Hear from Victoria Police, Moonah House representatives, and community advocates that are making a difference every day.
More Than Just Talk
Paint the Red Bench, enjoy "Three Sides Of The Coin" theatre performance, share lunch in our beautiful gardens.
Hope In Action
Every ticket helps us support our 2025 cause of choice, Moonah House. Providing emergency accommodation, counselling, life skills training, and community support.
A Space For Everyone
Whether you're 8 or 80, you belong here. Accessible venue, plenty of parking, and a warm welcome guaranteed.
Your Day
Our 11 am - 3 pm program includes:
Engaging panel discussion with local experts
Theatre Performance by "Three Sides of the Coin"
Red Bench Painting Activity
Light Lunch in our beautiful grounds
Access to support services and resources
Mingle with like-minded community members
Meet Our Speakers
Local experts making a difference
Chandana
Member of Three Sides of the Coin (3Soc) theatre project, shares her personal experience and 3SoC's mission of reframing gambling as a crucial public health issue.
Despi O’Connor
Board Member Moonah House and Former Mayor Mornington Peninsula Shire Council.
Kay Morgan
Detective Senior Sergeant, Work Unit Manager at the Sommerville Family Violence Investigation Unit.
Our 2025 Cause of Choice :
Moonah House
Moonah House will be the first community-led crisis accommodation for women and children on the Mornington Peninsula. Opening in 2026, this vital service will provide:
Read more about Moonah House here.
Safe emergency accommodation
Professional counselling services
Life skills training programs
Community support networks
Pathways to rebuild lives
Your support today helps build tomorrow's safe haven.
Your donations and any proceeds from this event will be sent to Moonah House.
Other Ways To Support Our Cause
Support someone in need
Make a donation
Other Ways You Can Help
Volunteer
Help create an amazing day.
Spread The Word
Create a bigger impact.
For queries or access to a complimentary ticket,
contact Ruth Stuettgen 0432 441 146
Hosted With The Blessing of
Mt Martha Uniting Church
Ruth Stuettgen
Event Organiser
Executive Leadership Team Member, former Policewoman and Teacher, Coach and Hypnotherapist specialising in women's empowerment.
Reverend Peter Wiltshire
Church Minister
Specialist in inclusive faith community formation and authentic self-development.
What People Say
"The event was amazing and very informative."
"You've made such a big difference."
"It was wonderful, different, and eye-opening to have a panel of that calibre speak about their work."
"Well done, it was a great panel discussion and such a great turn-out."
"Felt safe."
Names omitted to respect privacy.
Collaborative Support
Thank you to our generous sponsors and supporters who helped make this event possible:
Mt Martha Uniting Church Community
We are proudly supported by and host this event with the blessing of our Mount Martha Uniting Church Community.
Mornington Peninsula Shire
We thank the Mornington Peninsula Shire for their support.
Their generous contribution is making a difference by funding the Three Sides of A Coin Performance and providing 10 complimentary tickets to members of our community who need them most.
New Peninsula Mount Martha Men's Shed
We express our appreciation for the Mount Martha Men's Shed volunteers for their work on the red bench.
Their contribution and support for our event promoting a life free from violence is truly valuable.
Community Bank Mount Martha
Ruth Stuettgen Coaching / Hypnotherapy
If you'd like to join local businesses supporting our community's
safety and wellbeing, contact Ruth Stuettgen: 0432 441 146
Event Details
Date:
Saturday
November 29, 2025
Time:
11am - 3pm
Location:
Mt Martha Uniting Church, 109 Bay Road, Mount Martha
Cost
$17 per person
*all proceeds to Moonah House
Includes:
Light lunch, activities, and access to all speakers
Parking &
Accesibility:
Plenty on-site.
Wheelchair accessible venue
#WhiteRibbonDayMtMarthaUniting #CommunityMakesADifference #16DaysOfActivism #WeSpeakUp #BetterNotPerfect
100% of proceeds support Moonah House - because every dollar brings us closer to a violence-free community.
