Tag Archive for: domestic violence

Domestic Abuse Tackled in ‘It Ends With Us’

By: Russ Matthews

Colleen Hoover’s beloved novel was a TikTok phenomenon that led to worldwide success for all those who may wonder why a romantic drama like It Ends With Us is getting so much media attention. Read more

“It’s not love, it’s abuse”: Coercive Control

By: Mike Crooks

The NSW Government has launched an eye-opening ad campaign in the lead-up to new domestic violence laws.

Key points

  • 97% of intimate partner homicides in NSW between 2000 and 2018 were preceded by the perpetrator using coercive control towards the victim.
  • Coercive control ads, which begin rolling out today, use the tagline, “It’s not love, it’s coercive control. Know the signs of abuse.”
  • $925 million “Leaving Violence” package to support women to escape an abusive partner announced today.

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Your Old or Broken Mobile Phone Could Save a Life

By: Steve Dunster

Warning: The following article contains mentions of domestic violence. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au. If you have been impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au.

Aussies are being encouraged to donate their old mobile phones, to give domestic violence victims a safe way to get help.
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Domestic Violence Causes National Distress, Reliance on Lifeline

By: Laura Bennett

Warning: The following article contains mentions of domestic violence. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au. If you have been impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au.

In Australia right now, society is grappling with the unignorable truth that violence against women has become a national crisis.
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Don’t be Fooled, Domestic Violence is a Christian Issue Too

By: Laura Bennett

Warning: The following article contains mentions of domestic violence. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au. If you have been impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au. Read more

Domestic Violence: The Church Can’t be Absent From Addressing the Issue

By: Laura Bennett

On average in Australia one women a week is murdered by her current or former partner. One. Woman. A week. Read more

Aussie Short ‘The Moths Will Eat Them Up’ Goes Global with Anti-Violence Message

By: Laura Bennett

It’s a sad reality, but many women understand the feeling of being watched when they’re walking alone and not feeling safe when travelling on public transport, having to be constantly aware of their surroundings. Read more

Stop the Violence: A Church’s Bold Move to Stamp Out Abuse

By: Michael Crooks

It’s an alarming stat that shocked Australians: 55 women died at the hands of their intimate partner last year. It means that on average, at least one woman dies each week as the result of domestic violence. Read more

Indigenous Artist Mitch Tambo Celebrates Women on New Single ‘Dreamtime Princess’

By: Sam Robinson

Ever since reaching the final of Australia’s Got Talent in 2019, singer and songwriter Mitch Tambo has been on the rise. Read more