Revesby Workers’ Club Group Takes a Stand Against Domestic Violence

In a joint statement, President Christine Butters and CEO Scott Bennetts reaffirmed the Group’s unwavering commitment to creating a safe and respectful environment for all staff, members and the wider community. 

“As the President, and a registered midwife, I have witnessed the long-lasting trauma domestic violence causes in individuals and families,” Christine says. 

“Support, compassion, and timely intervention can make all the difference. We want our people to know that they will be heard, believed, and supported.” 

Scott said as a Club, it was an obligation to create a safe community.  

“We are a workplace, but we are also a community,” Scott says. 

“It is our responsibility to make sure our staff not only feel safe but are equipped with the resources and support systems they need — both professionally and personally. Our commitment to dignity and respect must be evident every day.” 

Introducing Purple Fridays 

Beginning 16 May 2025, every Friday, all staff across the Revesby Workers’ Club Group will trade their regular uniforms for purple polo shirts as a powerful visual show of support for survivors of domestic violence. 

The campaign message is clear: YES to Respectful Relationships, and NO to Violence. 

Purple, a colour symbolising strength, dignity and courage, has long been associated with domestic violence awareness. Purple Fridays aims to amplify that message, breaking the silence and encouraging a culture of openness and empathy across the Club. 

This initiative will further strengthen the Club’s valued partnership with Biyani House Revesby Women’s Shelter, the only refuge in the Canterbury-Bankstown local government area supporting women and children fleeing domestic violence. 

In the past two years alone, reports of domestic violence in the region have risen by 17.1 per cent. Even more concerning, 45 per cent of women and children seeking homelessness services locally have cited DFSV as the primary reason. These statistics highlight the urgent need for continued action and support. 

Through Purple Friday, the Club hopes to foster widespread cultural change — one conversation, one action and one Friday at a time. 

“Let this be more than a uniform change,” says Scott.

“Let it be a bold statement of solidarity and a reaffirmation of our commitment to being a workplace and community that truly cares.” 

Revesby Workers’ Club Group is the latest club to embrace the Purple Friday initiative, with Ballina’s Cherry Street Sports Club leading the charge since early last year. In fact, Cherry Street Sports Club was honoured with a 2024 Clubs & Community Award in the Social Inclusion category for the work they have done in rolling out Purple Friday. You can read more about that here.