'Protection Meets Style'

14 February 2025 by Michelle M

2025

Four days, five unrelated Sydney stabbing attacks. Seven people dead. Five of the seven dead, Women.

Australia is experiencing a surge in domestic violence, with knives and weapons increasingly used against women, including the recent Bondi stabbing. This concerning trend highlights the urgent need for effective personal-safety solutions, both in public and at home. April 2024, the Prime Minister declared a ‘national-crisis’ of violence against women, with ONE woman killed every FOUR days to domestic violence. My MDP aims to develop a range of stab-resistant protective clothing to combat this issue, combining discretion, comfort and style, potentially offering life-saving protection.

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Ramy @ 2025.02.15 3:54 AM

What a brilliant and timely idea, especially in today’s crazy world! I’m truly impressed by your innovative thinking—offering protection without compromising on style. Absolutely love it!

John Cane @ 2025.02.15 3:56 AM
Brilliant..

Julia Davis @ 2025.02.15 4:27 AM
You addressed the problem, you raised awareness and you came up with a wonderful solution..

Samantha @ 2025.02.20 8:45 AM
I love this. Excellent initiative Michelle.

Franchesca Robert @ 2025.02.20 8:53 AM
Looking forward to see the final product. I’ll be the first to buy. Great work Michelle.

UpRising @ 2025.02.21 10:11 AM

A seriously important project idea Michelle. So many issues you are highlighting here. What are your next steps and how can we help with achieving them?

Looking forward to seeing this project evolve.

Michelle M @ 2025.02.21 10:46 AM
@Ramy thank you so much!!

Michelle M @ 2025.02.21 10:46 AM
@John Cane thank you so much!!

Michelle M @ 2025.02.21 10:46 AM
@Julia Davis thank you so much!!

Michelle M @ 2025.02.21 10:47 AM
@Samantha thank you so much!!

Michelle M @ 2025.02.21 10:47 AM
@Franchesca Robert thank you so much!!

Michelle M @ 2025.02.21 10:52 AM
@UpRising Thank you so much for your support! I truly appreciate your recognition of the importance of this project. My next steps involve finalising the design and materials for the protective clothing, as well as conducting further research into the most effective ways to integrate comfort, safety and style. Any suggestions as to the materials or methods to achieve this would be incredibly valuable. Your support means a lot!

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