Led by courageous survivors and passionate advocates, the Safe Steps Candlelight Vigil brings Victoria together in a powerful tribute to honour and remember the people whose lives have been lost to family and domestic violence. Playing a crucial role in raising awareness of family and domestic violence, the Vigil provides a platform for sharing stories […]
Today we are lighting up BLUE for Apraxia Awareness Day (May 14th). Apraxia can affect children from birth (childhood apraxia of speech) or can be acquired in childhood/adulthood due to a brain injury/stroke/degenerative condition. Childhood Apraxia of Speech is a lifelong motor speech disorder that affects 1-2 in 1000 children. Communication is a basic human […]
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) Day is recognised internationally on May 17 each year. Founded in 2004, this day aims to raise awareness of violence and discrimination against lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer (LGBTIQ+) people and to drive positive change to build LGBTIQ+ inclusion. Old Treasury Building will be lit in […]
Established in 1989, National Volunteer Week is the premier celebration of volunteers and volunteerism in Australia. More than six million people in Australia volunteer through organisations across the nation. Millions more volunteer informally in their local communities, helping neighbours and strangers, especially in times of crisis and adversity. National Volunteer Week 2025 celebrates the power […]
Shine a Light on Neurofibromatosis (NF) is an integral part of the NF Awareness Month campaign. In recognition of World Neurofibromatosis Awareness Day on May 17, locations around the world are lighting up blue and green. The Children’s Tumour Foundation (CTF), the leading patient advocacy and support service for people impacted by NF in Australia, […]
Raising awareness for Huntington's Disease. We are joining hands with Huntington's Victoria and other Melbourne landmarks to light up blue on May 22nd to raise awareness and support those living with Huntington's disease. Huntington's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative condition characterised by the dysfunction and eventual death of brain cells, resulting in physical, cognitive, and […]
