Family Violence Prevention and Support

Call 000 in an emergency or if you or someone else is in immediate danger.

Family violence is a serious issue that affects communities, workplaces, families and individuals. It can occur in many different forms and can affect people in different ways.

Hindmarsh Shire Council is committed to the prevention of all forms of violence, including family violence and gender-based violence. We strive for a community that is safe, equal and respectful.

Family violence can affect people of all ages and genders. Statistically, women are more likely to experience violence than any other gender. Evidence shows that women with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ and gender diverse people, pregnant women, women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, older women, First Nations women, women with mental illness and affected by substance abuse are more likely to experience violence.

Everyone has an important role to play in the prevention of violence.

To find out more about the different forms of violence, visit: https://safeandequal.org.au/understanding-family-violence/forms/

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