Sexual assault and violence against women: the more we stand up to it, the sooner we get rid of it.
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21-09-07: 2007 NSW Violence Against Women Prevention Awards ... read more 13-09-07: 16 Days of Activism to Stop Violence Against Women ... read more 27-08-07: SWS Hockey teams join purple armband campaign ... read more 21-07-07: NRL Brisbane Broncos maintain commitment to purple armband... read more What are Purple Armband Games? Purple Armband Games are sports fixtures where players, spectators and officials wear purple armbands to show their opposition to violent behaviour against women. 
Why a purple armband? Armbands are a symbol of grief and respect. Purple is the colour for women’s rights. By wearing a purple armband, your team makes a statement of:
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Who has worn the purple armbands? Since 2004 over 850 teams in Australian Football, Rugby League, Soccer, Rugby, Netball, Basketball, Baseball and Hockey have worn purple armbands. You can too. What's the point? Most of us condemn gender violence without doing much about it. Purple Armband Games provide an opportunity for peer leadership in opposing violence against women. 
How does someone get involved?
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