Join this vigil to end violence against women. The event starts at the MK Theatre before taking a short walk to the Milton Keynes Rose in Campbell Park.
Come along to the 5th Annual Vigil at the Milton Keynes Rose to End Violence Against Women.
Join us for a powerful evening of remembrance and solidarity. Together, we will honor the lives of those affected by gender-based violence and work towards a future free from harm. Gather at MK Gallery to hear speakers then take a short walk by torchlight to the Vigil at Milton Keynes Rose. Let's come together as a community to show our support and commitment to ending violence against women. Your presence makes a difference.
Times
- 5:30pm - 6:30pm - Speeches at Milton Keynes Gallery
- 6:45pm - 7:00pm - Short walk to Milton Keynes Rose
- 7:00pm - Contemplation and pledges for action
Parking
The closest car parking is available at Centre:MK. There is cycle parking near to the gallery.
Organisers
The Annual Vigil is organised by representatives and supporters from a coalition of civil society organisations which include Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council, Community Action: MK, MK Fawcett Group, MK Soroptimists, Milton Keynes City Council and the Voices of Women MK Network, which includes MK ACT and the BMK Sexual Assault & Abuse Support Service.
The Milton Keynes Rose was designed by internationally renowned artist Gordon Young and is a vast and impressive open-air circle with markings based on the mathematical beauty of a flower.