The event was part of White Ribbon Day, an annual event aimed at raising awareness about violence against women. Everyone from teenagers to business people and police united as one to oppose violence.

The walk started in the carpark opposite Rossies Supermarket and finished at Memorial Park, where Griffith East Rotary were running a sausage sizzle to raise money for Griffith’s women’s refuge.

Superintendent Michael Rowan, from Griffith Local Area Command, said the event helped create awareness of the problem.

“Violence against women will only stop when men say enough is enough,” Superintendent Rowan said.

“It’s pleasing to see a significant number of men take the oath to never commit, excuse or remain silent about violence against women.”

Narelle Weymouth from Leeton Domestic Violence and Family Awareness Team was present to represent a community personally impacted by violence earlier this year when school teacher Stephanie Scott was murdered.

People held white, yellow and purple balloons and pinned white and yellow ribbons on their shirts in recognition of Ms Scott.

“It’s great to see the support in the community,” Ms Weymouth said.

Held for the second year, Walk A Mile In Her Shoes was organised by Soroptimist International (SI) Griffith which help educate, empower, and enable opportunities for women and girls around the world.

Sheila Brady from SI said the turnout far exceeded their expectations.

“It’s amazing,” Ms Brady said.

“Last year we had 72 people which was great for the first time. The march this year hits closer to home after our local tragedies.”

Deputy mayor Doug Curran pulled on the white size-14 platform shoes again and said he couldn’t be happier with the response from the community.

“It’s a sensational turnout,” Councillor Curran said.

“It’s such a worthwhile cause and it’s obviously struck a note in the community.”