Support with family and domestic violence


All people have the right to be free from violence.

Domestic violence is a pattern of controlling and abusive behaviour within an intimate relationship. It’s used to gain and maintain power and control. The abuse also impacts on children who see, hear and/or live with it.

These dynamics may also occur within the family (e.g. sibling abuse, children's violence towards parents/caregivers, elder abuse) or extended family networks and referred to as family violence.

Family and domestic violence can include:

  • Physical abuse
  • Sexual abuse
  • Threats
  • Intimidation
  • Emotional and social abuse
  • Financial deprivation
  • Spiritual abuse.
 A mother and her two sons

Seeking help for family or domestic violence can often be a difficult first step.
We’re here to make it easier for you and will take special measures to ensure safety for all involved.

We also provide assistance for people wanting to stop using violence and abuse.

Services

Counselling, receive one-on-one support either over the phone or face-to-face, specifically related to family and domestic violence.

Children's Contact Service, safely facilitates child handovers and supervised visits for separated parents.

Family Relationship Centre, provides mediation services for parenting plans plus information and referral.

Family Dispute Resolution, also known as mediation, supports families who are separating to reach agreement on a range of matters including parenting arrangements, finances and property.

iKiDs, provides support for children, aged up to 18 years old, during and after parental separation.

Courses

Our courses offers learning on a range of various issues. Some courses that specifically address family and domestic violence include:

  • What to do about anger
  • Extending the anger conversation (for men)
  • Standing up against verbally abusive relationships (for women).
Books

Our library and bookshop stock a wide range of family and domestic violence books. You will find titles suitable for people who are:

  • Seeking support on surviving family and domestic violence
  • Looking to stop using violence and abuse
  • Professionals who work with people affected by family and domestic violence.
Professional training

We have wide experience in providing training that addresses family and domestic violence issues through our training division the Australian Institute of Social Relations. Training can be tailored to meet workplace needs and delivered nationally.

We also specialise in developing resources for professionals supporting people seeking help.

Point of Contact: family and domestic violence training and education.