One of the major reasons given by victims of domestic violence not to flee their offender is the lack of emergency housing options. Familyviolence.com.au is calling for anyone who has accommodation, such as a spare room, to contact us so we can put them in touch with those victims requiring housing. Please contact us via […]
A national review of 2013-14 hospital admissions by the Australian Institute of Health & Welfare found: Domestic Violence puts 6500 girls and women in hospital every year. In assaults against women some 25% of culprits were not identified by the victims. When identified 59% of the perpetrators were a spouse or domestic partner. 61% of […]
1. Lack social support. 2. Limited financial resources. 3. Limited work experience. 4. Child custody and support factors. 5. Unable to take a pet with them. 6. Afraid of being alone. 7. Family or community pressures. 8. Guilty for believing they caused the abuse. 9. The relationship may seem healthy at times. 10. Fear of […]