Sussan Ley (Farrer, Liberal Party, Minister for the Environment) Share this | Hansard source

Governments have a crucial role to play but so does each and every one of us. Research has shown that, while four in five people agree that violence against women starts with disrespect, many people are not confident that they know how to confront the issue. Taking action on the issue can seem overwhelming but, if we all take steps together, it will add up to positive change for Australia. I encourage everyone to look at the suite of resources on respect.gov.au and start a conversation about respect with the people in their lives.

With respect to the sexual violence we have seen in our workplace, it is never okay. The Prime Minister and each and every one of us in this House has made that clear. Change is coming. We all need to be part of that change. We all need to be part of getting our House in order. As we develop the consultation leading up to the fifth national action plan to reduce violence against women and their children, we will hear from all of the voices out there that have been raised in support of women, in support of equal opportunity and in support of human rights, and we are determined to leave no-one behind.

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