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It is one of the worlds most prevalent violations against human rights, and one that affects millions of families in Australia. I am not talking about gun violence or random assaults, but a crime that literally happens behind closed doors. Violence against women and children is a crime against the most basic values of humanity, yet it remains taboo issue in our society. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen of Cineplex. I am honored to represent Save the Children here to campaign for this advertisement segment. The subject that Im going to talk about is domestic and family violence, and I will be explaining why Save the Children is the most deserving of acknowledgement. I will be going over three points: the work Save the Children has been doing in Australia, the impacts of family violence, and finally, what we can do to help women and children rebuild their lives.
To begin with, you may be aware of the tremendous impact Save the children have on the lives of millions of children supported by our nonprofit community. For nearly a century, we have strived to create a world where every child has a safe and happy childhood, the opportunity to learn, and to reach their full potential. We are dedicated to bettering the lives of children in all states and territories of Australia, with programs like the Childrens Wellbeing Initiative and Hands on Learning. We have worked with over 20,000 Australian children in 2018 alone. We recognize the special place they have in our society because of their vulnerability and need for protection. It is reason that our charity is working tirelessly to ensure that all Australian children has the capacity, conviction and confidence to thrive and to flourish.
Now, Id like to discuss the importance our domestic and family violence shelters here in Queensland. The vast majority of us probably think, This is horrible, but its not something that affects me or the people I know. Well, ladies and gentlemen, according to Australias National Research Organization for Womens Safety, up to an astonishingly 30% of parents experience some of domestic violence. Moreover, nearly 80% of those incidents have been in the presence of their children. Two of the main reasons that prevents women from leaving an abusive relationship is having no place to go and worry about how it will impact their kids. Thats where we can help, by providing them with a safe environment. We understand not only the horror for the female victims, but also what the children experience. No child should ever have to to found cowering in a corner, clutching a wound and claiming that it was self-inflicted out of fear. No child should have to live in en endless cycle of impunity and hopelessness. And most importantly, no child should have to accept violence as normal or justified, because that is how it becomes affliction that will plague us for generations to come. In 2018, we were able provide our services to 1200 people by giving them a place to relax, receive help, and replan their future. Therefore, our shelters are not only places that provide food and a bed, but a necessity that gives people the chance of a new life and new opportunities.
And finally, this is what you can do help our cause. Firstly, your advertisements will allow to raise awareness of these atrocious acts of violence and stop it from being something we avoid discussing out of fear or insecurity. Secondly, with the help of Cineplexs patrons, we will be able to take action against domestic violence. Even a small donation of only $20 dollars on our website is a significant contribution to supporting our facilities. Now is the time for st=ronger action. Eradicating this pest that has infested our society is not an impossible feat it we refuse to let it become we condone because of our own weakness.
In conclusion, it is clear that Save the Children and the issue we address is the most deserving of recognition. It lies on all of us, of the people in Australia, to end this silent war that has lead to the injury of 5 people in the time Ive had the pleasure of speaking to you today. Please remember this: a bruise may last a week, a cut a month. But the wounds caused by family violence lasts a lifetime. So I ask: Will you be the one to make a difference?
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