Gender inequality, ageism, ableism, homophobia, racism and the ongoing impacts of colonialism and dispossession: like a torch in the dark, COVID-19 has shone a light on the inequality and discrimination that drives family violence and violence against women. Now is the time to send a message to government, industry, organisations and communities: we need to “build back better.” To support your advocacy in creating a more equal and safer Victoria, Respect Victoria has prepared the actions decision-makers can take to address discrimination and inequality under COVID-19.