Organisers of the inaugural What Were You Wearing? 'stand still' protest are considering holding another event later this year following strong support.
About 40 abuse survivors and supporters gathered at Merewether Baths on Saturday to take a stand against sexual and domestic violence in the Hunter.
Speakers addressed issues including Indigenous rights, social injustice, the LGBTQIA+ community and people living with disabilities.
Fully clothed participants jumped into the baths at the end of the event to represent people coming together to release their troubles.
Spokeswoman Marcie Cheers said she was delighted with the response.
"Now that we have the photographic content, it will make the next one so much easier because it will allow us to show people what we are planning to do," she said.
"We have to do as many protests as we can to make our voices heard. We will definitely hold another event next year or a bit later this year when it starts warming up again."
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