After March 4 Justice in Wagga, here's what to do next

But, what happens next?

One of the organisers, Peita Vincent, said it could be challenging after taking such action to find ways in everyday life to keep the momentum going.

The March 4 Justice movement was sparked by academic and feminist Janine Hendry, who was upset by the government's reaction to Brittany Higgins, who alleged she was raped in Parliament House by a fellow ministerial staffer.

Ms Vincent spoke with The Daily Advertiser about how Wagga residents can continue to be activists in their everyday lives.

Ms Vincent said it is essential to let those in positions of power know these issues have not gone away.

"There was a lot of momentum on March 15, and sometimes people think that it has settled," she said.

"But it has not.

"People can write or meet with their local politicians to discuss the issue with them."

Ms Vincent said it is critical to continue the conversation around gender equity with people in our lives.

In February 2021, the Essential Report shows Prime Minister Scott Morrison's approval rating as 65 per cent among men and 59 per cent among women.

But on March 29, after the march, the approval rating among women dropped to 49 per cent while the rating among stayed the same.

"I think most women get it. They understand the disrespect that is around," Ms Vincent said.

"I don't know if the men in our lives know.

"Let them know how you feel and ask them what they are going to do about it."

Ms Vincent issued the call to men in the Riverina to "hone of the muscle" of being an active bystander.

"Most men will try to stop violence the see, but casual sexism is an everyday occurrence," she said.

"Men calling it out is an important step.

"I think the more people who are engaged in this discussion, the easier it will become."

Ms Vincent said residents could support local organisations such as the Women's Health Centre, stay engaged in the Wagga March for Justice Group and arm themselves with knowledge.

Ms Vincent said it is also important to know when to engage or not.

"If you have experienced sexual assault or harassment, you may not want to be at the forefront, and that's OK," she said.

"It's OK to dip in and out.

"If it is as simple as retweeting or having a conversation with children about respect, then that is enough."

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