News
29 October, 2024
A champion against violence
Councillor Tony Latter was awarded the prestigious 2024 Alison Woolla Memorial Award for Local Leadership in Preventing Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) at the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) awards dinner last week. Cr Latter was honoured in the Council Category, which specifically acknowledges the work of local government, elected members and council officers.
LGAQ honored Cr Latter with the award "in recognition of his remarkable dedication to fostering reconciliation in the community, embodying the values of respect, understanding, and unity that Alison Woolla stood for during her time as a pioneering leader."
Cr Latter is the founder of Red Ride – Ride Against Domestic Violence in Moreton Bay, conducted in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Caboolture, and is also the current President of the Centre Against Domestic Abuse (CADA).
“Cr Latter’s work in addressing domestic and family violence, particularly in initiatives such as the ‘Red Ride – Ride Against Domestic Violence in Moreton Bay,’ has made a profound impact,” LGAQ CEO Alison Smith said.
Cr Latter said he was honored to receive the award, but the tribute should instead go to the incredible support workers and specialist leaders who work tirelessly every day to prevent and respond to domestic, family, and sexual violence.
“I’d also like to acknowledge the strength and resilience of those many brave people who have, and continue to, suffer domestic and family violence and abuse; please know there is support available and hope is around the corner,” he said.
“In Australia, domestic and family violence is disturbingly common, and sadly, it is becoming one of the main drivers of homelessness among women, children, and men.
“This is a blight on our society and has to stop. I know I am just one of so many who are working hard to realize a future free from domestic and family violence and call on everyone to take a stand.”
Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery also congratulated Cr Latter on the award, acknowledging his commitment to creating positive change.
“The prevention of, and support for, victims of domestic and family violence in our community is something Council takes seriously,” he said.
