Too many women are being assaulted by men. In Victoria, Australia, the rate of reported sexual assaults has been alarmingly high. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there were over 28,000 victims of sexual assault in 2020 alone. Vulnerable individuals need a means to protect themselves from potential harm.

Pepper spray is a non-lethal form of self-defence that can provide immediate protection and deter attackers. It is already legal in many parts of the world and has proven effective in reducing personal attacks.

We urge lawmakers in Victoria to allow vulnerable people, especially women who are at higher risk of assault, to carry pepper spray for self-defence purposes. Sign this petition if you believe everyone deserves the right to feel safe and protected.