We need to change Domestic Violence Laws. Please help before more woman are murdered.
The petition by Survivor Founder, Shannen Scholes that started it all.
‘No one said anything.’ The familiar narrative of Kim Murphy’s needless death
Kim was 35 and a mother of three beautiful children. So many lives have been permanently shattered in her wake. And yet like so many other women, Kim’s death could have been prevented. But it wasn’t.
Two Australian women killed by violence in past 24 hours a reminder of national emergency
Violence against women is a national emergency. It was a global epidemic before the pandemic, but has been exacerbated by COVID
Action is needed to prevent a repeat of the Hannah Clarke tragedy
The shocking circumstances in which the young family perished rocked the nation, leaving us to question how this could have happened, and what needed to be done to stop another woman or child suffering the same fate.
Kelly Wilkinson’s death reminds us we must do better
The tragic case of Kelly Wilkinson has shocked us all. If we want to stop this national emergency, everyone needs to change their behaviour.
“My sister’s abuse began with control, and ended with her death”
Nikita’s abuse didn’t begin with hitting. Instead, it was small acts of control like monitoring her spending that gradually, over time, lead to the darkest and most tragic end, writes Tarang Chawla.
Safe Steps – Why we support this charity
Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre is Victoria’s statewide response service for women, young people and children experiencing family violence. They are committed to ensuring all women and children are able to live free from abuse.
White Ribbon – Why we support this charity
White Ribbon is the world’s largest movement engaging men and boys to end men’s violence against women and girls, promote gender equality and create new opportunities for men to build positive, healthy and respectful relationships.
National Homeless Collective – Why we support this charity
National Homeless Collective is a grassroots Australian charity that creates solutions to complex issues arising from homelessness, domestic violence, and social disadvantage with ‘Projects’ that respond to the needs of people living in crisis and distress.
Berry St – Why we support this charity
Berry Street believe that children, young people and families should be safe, thriving and hopeful. It defines their purpose, reflects their 140-year history and guides their future.
Supporting Someone
For people who have experienced sexual assault, domestic or family violence, the right support can make all the difference. There are some simple things you can do to support someone who has experienced abuse.