Ending Domestic Violence
Maria Perez Martin — 2024-04-14
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
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Domestic violence occurs when someone within a household, such as a
partner or family member, exerts power and control over another through
harmful behaviours. It is a collective responsibility to work
towards ending domestic violence.
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Domestic violence is perpetrated by individuals in close
relationships with the victim , such as partners, family
members, or caregivers.
Domestic violence includes child abuse and neglect, it
impacts the most vulnerable members of families and requires urgent
attention and intervention.
DEMOGRAPHICS
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Domestic violence leads to hospitalizations nationwide, it
affects individuals across all States and Territories and
causes serious consequences for victims’ health and safety.
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Domestic violence transcends socio-economic status, it
affects individuals across all income levels and
backgrounds.
GET HELP
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Domestic violence can affect anyone regardless of gender, age, race,
or socioeconomic status but women and children are disproportionately
affected, often experiencing more severe forms of abuse. 1 in 4
women suffer domestic violence. As well Women face more
barriers in seeking help, and children witnessing violence
suffer lasting emotional trauma.
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Most victims do not contact the Police. We need to normalise
reporting Domestic Violence to the police. CALL THE POLICE
Dial 000 if you are in immediate danger.
How to access help , more information about
domestic violence and the data:
ASK FOR HELP
For information, support and counselling contact 1800RESPECT or call:
1800 555 677
ACCESS TO THE INFORMATION & DATA
The data & Information can be access at the Australian Institute of
Health and Welfare (AIHW).