Incident Details
Activists plan to gather in multiple cities in Australia on June 13. The protests are to show solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement, and denounce institutionalized racism. A demonstration was announced in Darwin, at the Parliament House, starting at 10 am local time. Another demonstration was announced in Perth, at Langley Park, starting at 12 pm.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid protests if seeking to do so, which may turn violent. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local news and social media.
