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Sharing the love in our sector is important as it sometimes can be a competitive space. Domestic and family violence prevention workshop for active bystanders and allies, May 2024 Learn to play an active role in preventing and responding to domestic and family violence in this training from the City of Sydney and Women’s and Girls’ Emergency Centre. This in person workshop is by application only. It’s designed for residents or people volunteering, studying, and working in the City of Sydney area. You’ll gain an understanding of gender-based violence, often referred to as domestic and family violence, and how to have safe supportive conversations. You’ll importantly learn where to get help for people impacted by domestic and family violence. The workshop will cover: Gender-based violence and prevention (theory) The social contexts that allow violence and abuse to occur The impacts of gender-based violence Healthy relationships and red flags Primary prevention Making our communities safer (practical) How to be an active bystander or ally Primary prevention in action in community settings Scenarios Self-care. Saturday 18 May, 10am to 4pm Women’s and Girls’ Emergency Centre, 36-38 George Street, Redfern. To apply, submit your expression of interest by 9am Wednesday 1 May. #knowledgeispower #dvnsw #cooercivecontrol #stopdomesticviolence City West Housing Pty Ltd Full Stop Australia Grace City Church City of Sydney

Victims of domestic abuse could face greater risk of homelessness under evictions system change - read my latest article for Policing Insight. We need more allies in policing and victims' services to join our Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance and Generation Rent UK efforts before it's too late. https://lnkd.in/eKiKUvYe

On average, three women seek assistance from our Domestic and Family Violence services every eight hours. The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women takes place tomorrow, followed by #16DaysOfActivism against Gender-Based Violence. The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW assisted more than 2,200 people through our Domestic and Family Violence services over the past year. This demand for assistance has grown considerably in recent times with the number people our services assisting since the start of COVID increasing by 42% annually. Domestic and Family Violence is a scourge on our society that requires policy action, investment and cultural change. #NoExcuse We all have a role to play in keeping our communities safe. Learn more about our Domestic and Family Violence services: https://lnkd.in/giXBR7cP 

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. We know there is a common link between domestic and family violence (DFV) and child protection. Children and adolescents who are exposed to DFV will often experience learning and behaviour difficulties, are at a higher risk of homelessness, are more likely to have poorer physical health outcomes and are likely to experience trauma (AIFS). As a peak in the child protection space, we have a responsibility to speak out against domestic violence to keep women and children in the community safe. Fams has partnered with Domestic Violence NSW to host a sector conversation on 6th December to discuss the ripple effect on families impacted by domestic and family violence. Click here to sign up - https://ow.ly/xa1250QazwK We will join many other organisations by posting educational and awareness information about DFV across the 16 days of activism. #16days16ways #16daysofactivism #safechildren #strongfamilies #supportivecommunities

Trigger Warning: This post contains sensitive content regarding domestic violence. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐋𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 In light of recent events, we are deeply saddened to witness yet another life lost to domestic violence. Our hearts ache for Marcy West and all those impacted by this tragedy. Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that affects individuals across all walks of life. We must confront it head-on and recognize the warning signs, including the danger of strangulation. Join us in raising awareness and advocating for change. Together, we can create a safer, more compassionate community for all. Read our CEO's powerful statement and learn how you can support survivors: https://lnkd.in/gD3ifhg7 #DomesticViolenceAwareness #EndDomesticViolence #RecognizeTheSigns #SupportSurvivors #StandTogether #YWCAClarkCounty

This #NationalDomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, we are shedding light on the critical issue of domestic abuse. At SSJ, we are dedicated to not only helping those facing homelessness but also providing support to our service users who are survivors of domestic violence. Head to https://bit.ly/3EUoOTW to read the full article. #TacklingHomelessness #StopHomelessness #Southampton #Portsmouth #Rushmoor #domesticviolenceawareness #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth

When people need to escape violence, transition and second-stage housing offer short-term respite. But without long-term housing, survivors are left without options, forcing them to return to abuse. Women and people of marginalized genders commonly report bullying, harassment, discrimination, assault, and violence within shelters and other emergency housing. Make a year-end gift today, and help us advocate for long-term, safe, and secure housing for people leaving violence. https://lnkd.in/g3mE9MG4

Each May, Australia marks Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month. The month sets out to raise awareness of domestic and family violence and coercive control, to highlight the support services available, and to communicate clearly that violence is not tolerated. Our evaluations are often at the intersection of human services policy areas. We see the impact of domestic and family violence on mental and physical health and wellbeing, housing and homelessness, and participation in education and employment. Our objective is to be candid about the impact of violence on Australians, particularly those with intersecting experiences that places them at heightened risk. We seek to involve people who can safely recount their experiences of violence and control in our evaluations, so that policy, services and supports can better align to peoples' needs.

Children's Bureau has issued Information Memorandum (IM) ACYF-CB-IM-24-03 in partnership with the Office on Family Violence Prevention and Services on Supporting Families Impacted by Domestic Violence: Opportunities to Partner with Families to Promote Family Violence Prevention Programs and Services. The purpose of this IM is: - to increase awareness of the prevalence and impact of domestic violence on children, youth, and families, - to highlight effective strategies to support families impacted by domestic violence, and - to encourage titles IV-E and IV-B agencies to enhance partnerships with Family Violence Prevention and Services Act grant recipients, State Domestic Violence Coalitions, tribal programs, culturally specific domestic violence programs, community-based organizations focused on supporting families impacted by domestic violence, and other critical service providers to improve outcomes for children, youth, and families impacted by domestic violence.

Domestic abuse is one of the biggest reasons for referrals into services in Swindon. If you are a service provider who is working to impact the numbers of women and sometimes men who are victims of domestic abuse in Swindon, please make contact with me. We are looking to bring together as many stakeholders as possible to tackle domestic abuse in Swindon. Before we invest in further services, we have to understand what is already available to ensure we do not duplicate and waste valuable resources. We know there is a richness in the voluntary and community sector and a strategic approach across the Borough from the Swindon Safeguarding Partnership. We are now looking to ensure there is a solid offer to those at tier three, who require targeted support and those at universal level in the identification and support for domestic abuse. If you are a service provider in Swindon and we have not already connected, please drop me a line at Rogersro@swindon.gov.uk. #domesticabuseawareness #domesticabuse #SwindonCouncil #EarlyIntervention #EarlyHelp #SupportServices #WorkingTogether, #safetyfirst #ProtectOurChildren #ssp