NOOSA beach dancers who want to put an end to violence against women hope to have the world in their sway as part of the One Billion Rising global phenomenon.

Last year locals watched more than 200 men and women perform a simple, five-minute routine to raise awareness in front of the Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club and on Sunday, February 14 at 6pm they shall gather again.

Across more than 200 countries last year the One Billion Rising movement performed the same dance routine on Valentine's Day to signal an end to violence against women.

Local One Billion Rising organiser and dancer Peppie Simpson said people around the world would rise through dance to express rage against injustice and to show the power of collective action.

"We shall rise to create a new consciousness, where violence will be resisted until it is unthinkable," she said.

This year she is hoping to see more than 250 people participate in the free event and to raise funds for local women.

"Last year we raised over $1000 for our local women's shelter and this year we intend to support the local Salvation Army's Shine program again," she said.

"The event is so positive and powerful and we'd love more people to join us again this year.

"The power of dance, music and community is an incredible combination and although it's a serious issue we have a lot of fun along the way."

Peppie stressed that no prior dance experience was required to be part of the group dance display, just a willingness to take part and have fun.

"The simple choreography that forms our five-minute routine means that anyone can participate regardless of age or ability.

"We've had participants aged eight to 88 years."

The suggestion is to wear the colours of red, white and black for the dance.

"We have scheduled some free rehearsals over the next few weeks to help people feel comfortable with the steps, although it is not about how well you can dance.

"It's about coming together as a community and making a stand against violence."

Peppie said the Noosa event was the only one on the Sunshine Coast of which she was aware.

"It is estimated that one in three women on the planet will be raped or beaten in her lifetime - that's one billion women," she said.

"Anywhere from one-quarter to one-third of Australian women will experience physical or sexual violence by a man at some point in their lives."

Peppie is encouraging spectators to come along to the free performance on Sunday, February 14 at 6pm and show their support for the cause.

More information about the global event can be found at www.onebillion rising.org/events/noosa- one-billion-rising/#RSVP.