In the lead up for his 'Trek for Respect' on the Kokoda Trail in April next year, Jason Crook has been raising more than awareness for Violence against Women.
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On Saturday, his 'Speak Out Busabout: Winery and Food Tour' raised $2400 to support Linking Communities Network's (LCN) Women's Crisis Accommodation Refuge.
"I am happy I was able to partner with a local organisation that supports the cause I am campaigning for locally," Mr Crook said.
This event was part of his ongoing commitment to The White Ribbon Oath to raise awareness and funds in support of the prevention of men's violence against women, and the prevention of all forms of domestic violence in any relationship.
We need more people like Jason who talk about domestic violence in the community and recognise that we can all be part of the change to create a violence free world.
- Kirrilly Salvestro
"It was a great effort, I was extremely pleased with the response, seeing as it was only a one day event," he said.
Deputy CEO of LCN Kirrilly Salvestro said it was fantastic having Jason has come on board as a supporter of the invaluable refuge.
"[The refuge] is a safe place for domestic and family violence victims to recover and heal from trauma," she explained.
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"We need more people like Jason who talk about domestic violence in the community and recognise that we can all be part of the change to create a violence free world."
Mr Crook hopes to have more events in the New Year, including a Beer Garden Bingo, with the dates to be announced soon.
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