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Definition. Family violence is a pattern of behaviour Family violence has a purpose Domination and control Family violence has an impact. Current statistics. 34% of Australian women experienced violence from a current or previous partner

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  1. Definition • Family violence is a pattern of behaviour • Family violence has a purpose • Domination and control • Family violence has an impact

  2. Current statistics • 34% of Australian women experienced violence from a current or previous partner • Women and children predominantly the victims of family violence • Reports of violence are increasing

  3. Current research: impact • Family violence leading cause of death disability and illness • Post traumatic stress disorder • Lasting effects on children’s cognitive development • Cost to the community: $8.1 billion

  4. Common underpinning principles Family violence is: • A fundamental violation of human rights • A crime • Unacceptable in any community or culture

  5. Common underpinning principles Safety can be improved by: • Integrated service responses • Change in community attitudes • Redressing gender power imbalances • Awareness of diversity • Upholding children’s rights • Holding perpetrators accountable

  6. Guidelines • SAFETY • Believe the victim • Non-judgemental responses • Perpetrator responsibility • Confidentiality and its limits • Accurate information

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