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Landmark program launched to paint a national picture of domestic violence support needs
Safety Measures is an innovative new research initiative that will drive systemic change and better support victim survivors of family violence across the country.
Seniors Rights Victoria, Safe and Equal partner to train Orange Door and family violence workers in elder abuse prevention and intervention
Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV), COTA Victoria, and Safe and Equal have launched a new partnership to build the capacity of The Orange Door and specialist family violence sector across Victoria in recognising and responding to elder abuse.
State Budget 2025-26: No major cuts for family violence a welcome relief; still not enough for victim survivors amidst an escalating crisis
Safe and Equal is pleased today’s Victorian Budget does not include any anticipated cuts to the specialist family violence sector, with the majority of lapsing funding renewed on a short-term basis.
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Allan government accused of ‘passing the buck’ on lifesaving domestic violence reform
Herald Sun – 29 June 2025
Emma’s ex slammed her into a wall and stomped on her head. Reports like hers are increasing
The Age – 28 June 2025
‘I felt degraded’: Abusers are using ChatGPT and generative AI for coercive control
Crikey – 27 June 2025