Coffs Harbour Cricketers Take a Stand Against Gender-Based Violence

The Coffs Harbour Cricket Association is teaming up with GRACE, the Coffs Coast Domestic Family Violence Action Group, to take part in the Bowling Out Violence campaign in alignment with the global16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign (25th of November – 10th December).

Throughout the period, local players will proudly wear orange hats - the colour symbolising a brighter future free from gendered based violence - to raise awareness and spark conversations about respect, quality, and safety in our community.

Coaches and captains will deliver messages to their teams highlighting the important role that sport can play in promoting positive attitudes towards women and girls, and challenging beliefs and behaviors that lead to violence. By uniting players, families, and supporters under a common cause, this collaboration aims to challenge attitudes that normalise violence and call on men to be role models for change in our community.

Coffs Harbour Cricket Association President Aaron Singh shared “We’re happy to be collaborating with GRACE, for 16 Days of Activism to raise awareness and promote zero tolerance of violence, challenging sexist behaviours, language and promoting safety and respect for everyone.”

Thank you, Coffs Cricket Association, for leading the way in the cricketing community and being positive role models for change!

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