Stand Up in September

Returning for its third year, Stand Up in September will officially launch at Hotel Collingwood on Thursday 10 September, inviting guests to connect, start important conversations and stand alongside an organisation dedicated to creating safer, more hopeful futures. 

At the heart of the campaign is You Matter’s work supporting women and children as they establish new lives following family violence. By helping create welcoming, fully equipped homes, the organisation provides more than practical essentials. It helps restore a sense of dignity, comfort and independence at a pivotal time.

This powerful evening invites men across Melbourne to join a conversation that matters. Held in the lead-up to AFL finals season — a period when family violence incidents sadly tend to rise — Stand Up in September is a call to show up, speak up, and be part of the solution.  Facilitated by advocate and speaker Tarang Chawla, the evening will bring together people passionate about ending family violence, with further speakers and panel members to be announced.

Guests will also enjoy entertainment from Mat Rigby, alongside roaming Footy Favourites-themed hot canapés and unlimited refreshments throughout the evening. 

More than a night out, Stand Up in September is an invitation to be part of a collective effort to create change. Through awareness, conversation and support, the campaign aims to help You Matter continue providing women and children with the foundations they need to move forward with greater security and hope. 

Stand Up in September will take place on Thursday 10 September from 5.30pm to 8.30pm at Hotel Collingwood, 376 Smith Street, Collingwood. 

Purchase Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/suis2026