Domestic/Family Violence

Women with a disability are more likely than women without a disability to experience domestic/family violence. If you or someone you care about is experiencing violence or abuse, there are services that can help. The links below also provide important information that can help.

Domestic Violence and Incest Resource Centre

http://www.dvirc.org.au

Research shows that women with a disability are more likely to be subjected to abuse or violence than other women. Domestic Violence and Incest Resource Centre (DVIRC) provides stories from women with a disability about their personal experience, and information about services and the help they can offer.

Resource Type: Web Page
Women Centred: Yes
Languages:English
Italian
Greek
Organisation: Domestic Violence and Incest Resource Centre (DVIRC)

Domestic Violence and Women with a Disability Fact Sheet

http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Domestic_violence_and_wo...

This comprehensive fact sheet from the Victorian Government's Better Health Channel explains the types of violence women may experience, provides statistics, and suggests ways to overcome barriers to access help. The fact sheet also suggests places where you can get help.

Resource Type: Web Page
Women Centred: Yes
Organisation: Better Health Channel, Victorian Government

South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault

http://www.secasa.com.au/index.php/survivors/4/157/1

This resource debunks some of the common social myths about disability and sexual assault, providing supportive information for women who have experienced sexual assault, their families and friends. South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault (SECASA) provides a range of services for victim/survivors of sexual assault, including a 24-hour crisis service, confidential counselling and legal advocacy.

Resource Type: Web Page
Languages:English
Organisation: South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault (CASA)