Ep. 21: Beyond the binary: how can we rethink gender-based violence?

 

To respond to violence, we need to address the root causes. These include patriarchy, systems of oppression, systemic racism, and inequalities. We also need to think about how gender is viewed in society. Today's episode features Christina Hotka deconstructing the core themes of 16 Days of Activism.

 

Mx Christina Hotka (they/them) is a proud queer, non binary intersectional feminist, abolitionist, activist and community organiser. They have practiced alongside marginalised communities for 12 years in Meanjin and Naarm in the not-for-profit, government, and private sectors inclusive of key practice leadership roles in family/intimate partner violence. They enjoy being an overall ratbag and serenading their cat with Enya. 

 

Christina can be contacted for media/general inquiries at mxhotka@gmail.com.

 

 

 

Take a look at the following links to learn more about the research mentioned in this episode:

 

Private Lives 3:

https://tinyurl.com/yyx7dfhe

 

Writing Themselves In 4:

https://tinyurl.com/rty834yu

 

Pride In Prevention:

https://tinyurl.com/5xsm6u9m

 

Christina recommends these resources for further reading:

 

https://transfemme.com.au/ 

 

LGBTQI+ guidance for Family Violence services: 

https://tinyurl.com/yt66s3ee

 

Presented by: Mia Birrell

 

Music:

 

Cinematic - Makaih Beats

Theme song - Tom Mitchell