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We know that many people experiencing family violence will reach out to family and friends first. How you respond can make a real difference on someone’s journey to safety.

We can all keep an eye out for the signs of family violence, speak up, and offer support. With the right approach, your support can make a real difference. Learn how to ask “are you safe at home?” by watching our new video series.

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State budget cuts mean thousands of victim survivors to miss out on family violence support

In its 2024-25 State Budget Submission, Safe and Equal is calling for the Victorian Government to continue family violence response funding as a priority, alongside increased investment for safe and affordable housing and primary prevention initiatives to stop violence before it starts. 

Setting the Scene: Impacts of the Reform Agenda

This address was presented by Safe and Equal CEO, Tania Farha as part of the Leading Change in Family Violence Symposium on Monday 4 December 2023. It formed part of the session alongside Deb Tsorbais (Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare), Setting the Scene: Impacts of the Reform Agenda.  

Urgent call for National Cabinet to focus on family and gender-based violence deaths

In this joint letter, we are writing, as peak bodies, networks and organisations representing more than 200 specialist service providers and others working to end family and domestic violence across the country, to express our deep grief and outrage at the recent reports of the murders of women by their partners or former partners.

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Strong Foundations: building on Victoria's work to end family violence

Victorian Government – 4 December 2023

Q+A with women change makers during 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence

Women’s Agenda – 29 November 2023

There's No Place Like Home - Season Two

Future Women – 11 July 2023

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