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Women’s march attracts 3,000 in Perth as women voice anger at violence, inequality
About 3,000 women have gathered in Perth’s CBD for the first of a series of women’s marches planned around Australia, demanding an end to gendered violence.
Key points:
- Thousands of women took part in the March4Justice in Perth
- The protesters demanded action against gendered violence and sexual assault
- Rally organisers want the McGowan government to introduce laws against coercive control
Inspired by former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins and Australian of the Year Grace Tame, the protestors demanded greater action to end sexual assault and ensure women’s safety.
In February, Brittany Higgins went public with an allegation a male colleague raped her inside the office of Defence Minister Linda Reynolds.
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