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When someone you know is experiencing violence or abuse

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Knowing what to do or say about violence is challenging. The person affected might not even realise they are experiencing violence or abuse. This website section shares information about preventing violence and increasing safety. It lists common feelings about violence. It offers advice for talking about violence, explaining how to get the conversation started and how to respect what others need and want.

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.

The person I support may be experiencing violence

This section of the website describes the warning signs of violence or abuse. It explains different types of violence. It has tips on starting conversations about violence and lists helpful and unhelpful things to say and do. It talks about the support you can offer the person you support, like how you can help them cope with strong feelings.It shares hope for recovery.

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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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The person I support uses violence

This section of the website has information for people supporting someone who behaves violently at home or in public. We explain why some people with disability use violence. We share tips on how to cope with address the problem. We also provide a guide to the justice system.

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