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Becoming safer

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This section of the website is about your safety. It has information to help you decide if a relationship is abusive. It shares tools to be safer in a violent situation. It talks about planning for a safer future, like if you end a relationship with someone who hurts you. We also share ways to be safe online.

1800 RESPECT

If you experience violence or abuse you can contact 1800 RESPECT for support and counselling.
Call 1800 737 732 or go to the 1800 RESPECT website to chat with someone online (external link)

‍To contact 1800RESPECT via SMS, text ‘HELLO’ or any greeting to 0458 737 732 to start the conversation.

Protection orders

Legal protection from domestic and family violence and abuse is available through the courts in each Australian state and territory. Depending on where you live, there are different names for these court orders, but all protection orders are enforceable nationwide. Here, you can learn more about protection orders. You can learn how to apply for one and what it does and doesn't do.

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Resources.

May 13, 2024

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Patricia Giles Centre for Non-Violence

You have rights - Easy Read

A guide for women with disability experiencing family and domestic violence.

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May 13, 2024

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Patricia Giles Centre for Non-Violence

Your rights

A guide for women with disability and mothers of children with disability who have experience of family and domestic violence.

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May 13, 2024

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SECCA

Online dating

Information about online dating.

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May 4, 2024

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1800 RESPECT

Escape bag checklist

If you are going to leave a relationship, deciding what to take with you is an important step in creating a safety plan. This checklist helps you plan what you may need to take if you need to leave.

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Take a moment for you in the calm space

The calm space is a cosy corner here just for you whenever you may need it. It's filled with nurturing self-care resources that you can enjoy on your own or share with your loved ones. Here you will find meditations, arts and crafts activities, journaling prompts, and cooking and baking ideas. There are exclusive disability-specific affirmation cards just for you. You will also find book and podcast suggestions from our community.

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