Led by Lucy's Project and supported by the Petstock Foundation, the National Roadmap for Change aims to ensure victim-survivors can seek safety without leaving their pets behind
CANBERRA, Australia, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A new National Roadmap for Change to Prevent and End Family Violence against People and Animals launched on 19 August, delivering an Australian-first framework to drive national action.
The Roadmap is championed by Lucy's Project, a charity dedicated to improving the safety and wellbeing of people and animals experiencing domestic and family violence. The Petstock Foundation is supporting the work through a one-year alliance and $150,000 investment.
Research shows people often delay leaving, or don't leave, a violent partner due to concern for their animal's safety. Despite this, Australia has never had a national policy or strategy addressing family violence used against people and animals at a systemic level.
With 73% of Australian households living with a pet, and 1 in 4 women reporting experiencing domestic violence, the case for coordinated policy action is clear.
The framework set out recommendations for policy, programs and legislative change. It launched at Australian Parliament House on 19 August, and NSW Parliament House on 24 September.
Naomi Mancktelow, Petstock Foundation, says the partnership reflects a shared commitment to a future where no person has to choose between their safety and their pet's: "By helping enable national collaboration and drive long-term systemic change, our support reflects our dedication to strengthening the human-pet bond that is often threatened during family violence."
Survivor advocate Talie Star, whose insights informed the Roadmap, says her animals provided safety amid violence: "It was like a softness in all the hardness. When you are going through daily violence, it's a different and stronger connection."
Lucy's Project CEO Monique Dam says, "If animals are at risk of violence, the people who love them are at risk too. When there is nowhere safe for survivors to go with their animals, many delay leaving. When animals are killed, harmed or separated from them, women and children grieve this loss for decades."
"We are calling on all levels of government to adopt the Roadmap's recommendations and invest in coordinated reform that protects people and animals together."
A lack of animal-inclusive crisis accommodation remains a key barrier to safety.
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Australian-first roadmap calls for national reform to protect people and pets from family violence
STOCKHOLM, Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit EU, a MiCAR-licensed crypto-asset service provider headquartered in Vienna, is pleased to celebrate the inaugural Bybit Stockholm Open, taking place November 7 to 14 at the Royal Tennis Hall (Kungliga tennishallen) in Stockholm, Sweden. The ATP 250 tournament marks the first edition under the three-year title partnership and the restoration of the event's classic Stockholm Open name after three years competing as the Nordic Open.
On-Court Activations and Fan Engagement
The partnership extends well beyond naming rights. On-site activations transform the spectator experience at the Royal Tennis Hall. At the Bybit booth, fans can test their skills with Tennis Smash, an interactive tennis gaming experience, and take part in the Spin to Win lucky wheel for a chance to win branded merchandise, signed memorabilia and premium match tickets, subject to eligibility and availability.
Promoted through QR codes on the venue, Match Point Drop gives eligible fans the chance to step onto Centre Court for a live one-point challenge. A winner received a €1,000 prize on November 9. For the final designated session on November 14, 2026, two participants meeting the applicable promotion conditions will be randomly selected and play against each other, with the first participant to score a point receiving a €3,000 prize.
For invited guests, the partnership also offers invite-only experiences for distinguished guests of Bybit, including an exclusive tennis session with Swedish tennis greats Thomas Enqvist and Joachim "Pim Pim" Johansson, participation in official match coin tosses, and player meet-and-greets, including opportunities with Bybit ambassador Casper Ruud. Behind-the-scenes tours offer a closer look at tournament life, with access to areas such as the Players' Lounge, practice courts, player tunnel and media centre.
The Bybit Stockholm Open Card: A New Fan Favorite
Central to the tournament experience is the Bybit Card, a Mastercard debit card issued through Bybit EU that lets holders make everyday purchases directly from their Bybit account balance.
The Bybit Card now serves over four million holders globally. For the Bybit Stockholm Open, the Bybit cardholders enjoy three exclusive benefits:
- 15% cashback on tickets: Fans who purchase Bybit Stockholm Open tickets with the Bybit Card receive 15 percent cashback, up to €300 per user. Cashback is limited to the first 80 qualifying tickets and is paid in USDC or BTC, at the user's selection, to the Bybit EU Funding Account within four business days. 10% cashback on food and drinks at the venue: During tournament week (November 7–14), cardholders earn 10 percent back on food and beverages on-site, up to €10 per user, with no minimum spend. Cashback is subject to availability and is paid in USDC to the Bybit EU Funding Account within four business days.
- Limited-edition Stockholm Open virtual card design: A co-branded card skin is available in the Bybit EU app.
Beyond tournament week, the Bybit Card offers 1% cashback on eligible spending, with no monthly cap. Eligible new cardholders can receive 100% cashback on eligible subscriptions, including Netflix, Spotify, and ChatGPT, in their first month, up to €50 in total. The Bybit Card has no application or annual fees; other fees, including exchange fees, may apply. Eligible users can complete the required ID and address check to apply for the Card. The Card can be used at merchants that accept Mastercard, subject to the applicable Card terms.
The Bybit Stockholm Open sits at the heart of a broader European strategy for Bybit EU. With its MiCAR authorization and an EMI licence secured from Austria's Financial Market Authority. Bybit EU is building a strong regulatory foundation as it expands its MiCAR-authorised crypto-asset services and supports access to everyday payment solutions across the European Economic Area, excluding Malta.
The Bybit Stockholm Open is an ATP 250 indoor hard-court tennis tournament held annually at the Royal Tennis Hall. The 2026 player field includes established players, rising stars and Swedish favourites.
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Bybit Stockholm Open Brings Sweden's Tennis Heritage to Center Court
Bybit Stockholm Open Brings Sweden's Tennis Heritage to Center Court
