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01 Jun 2023... This safety plan booklet contains ideas and information that others have found useful when they have left a violent relationship. It includes tips and apps to keep you safe at home, online, when working, driving, travelling, and other information to help you stay safe.

27 Jan 2021... Domestic, family and sexual violence (DFSV) can be a difficult subject to talk about. It may be considered a taboo topic or a private, family issue.  This fact sheet can help you recognise the signs that things are not right and know what things you can do to help.

01 May 2024... This collection of translated materials produced by the Australian Government can help parents, family members, teachers, community leaders and others in a role as influencers of young people. It can help give you confidence to navigate difficult conversations with young people about disrespect and aggression, and how these are not acceptable behaviour. As parents, carers and family members, we want the best for our children. As teachers, coaches, employers and role models, we can have a positive influence on young people and set the standard for what is and isn’t acceptable, right from the start. It is so important we equip ourselves with the right knowledge and tools before we approach the issue of respect with the young people in our lives. The resources below will support you to better understand current experiences of disrespect, reflect upon your own actions as a role model, and have proactive, positive conversations about respect with others.

16 Jun 2022... This resource identifies women’s and children’s rights in Australia, especially for those who may be experiencing abuse.

16 Jun 2022... This resource provides advice and tips on how to support someone you know who may experiencing abuse in their relationship or family.

01 Jul 2021... Easy Read booklet for women with a disability that discusses domestic and family violence. It includes topics like identifying an abusive relationship, understanding the effect of violence on children, and breaking free from the cycle of abusive relationships.

01 Jun 2021... A video explaining what physical abuse is. For the last couple of years, ADEC's Community Services department has worked on a project called SAY NO TO ABUSE to help families from culturally diverse backgrounds who are affected by disabilities to recognise and understand abuse in a culturally sensitive context.

01 Dec 2020... This in language video with English subtitles is a family violence prevention resource that has been created by the community for the community. It provides insight into how gender inequality is experiences by community members.

20 Jul 2023... This information sheet explains what an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) is and explains some of the terminology used in court in relation to Domestic Violence (DV).

01 Jun 2020... Strangulation is a serious crime. It is the most lethal form of domestic violence. It is important that you do something if an act of violence like this happens to you.