Strategic Plan 2020–2025 - Domestic Violence Prevention Centre

2 days ago

"Marie Segrave, an associate professor of criminology at Monash University, has been studying the plight of women on temporary visas during the pandemic. "Only those on the right partner visa have that safety net. It's a safety net for only some women. There are two groups: those who hold a temporary partner visa, and everyone else. Everyone who doesn't hold that visa has total uncertainty, because [if] they don't hold the [temporary Partner] visa they can't access services..." ...

Fearing an acid attack, Elly is forced to wear a disguise whenever she goes out

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When Elly left her violent husband, she risked having to return to Iran, where she fears being killed. Advocates say her story highlights a need for changes to protect visa holders in violent relationships.

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Domestic Violence Prevention Centre

3 days ago

“Can I report a sexual assault that happened a long time ago?”
Yes. It is quite common for victims of sexual assault to take some time in coming forward to report the matter.*
This can be for many reasons, but no one asks or deserves to be a victim of sexual violence. It is not your fault and you are not to blame.
If it happened some time ago, for example 6 months ago, yes you can still report it. Even if you were assaulted many years ago, you can still report it or talk to police. This is called an historical investigation.
To make a formal police report about a sexual assault which occurred in Queensland, whether recently or in the past, call Policelink on 131 444 or make an online sexual assault report to the Queensland Police Service.
If you need information or support, visit domesticviolence.com.au/

* www.police.qld.gov.au/units/victims-of-crime/support-for-victims-of-crime/adult-sexual-assault/hi...

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Domestic Violence Prevention Centre

4 days ago

“We know from the research that family and domestic violence is not caused by the disappointment of your team losing, a few too many beers or the stress of a tense match. Although these factors may exacerbate the violence, it is driven by gender inequality and the perpetrator’s need for power and control over their victim.” Patty Kinnersly, chief executive of Our Watch... ...

Domestic violence services fear another spike in incidents this AFL and NRL grand final weekend

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Several domestic violence prevention services have joined forces ahead of an anticipated rise in incidents during this weekend's AFL and NRL grand finals.

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