Federal Circuit and Family Court Enhance Risk Assessment
The Lighthouse Project is an innovative approach taken by the Federal Circuit and Family Court to screen for risk.
The Orange Door NEMA Opens Epping Access Point
The Orange Door (TOD) North East Melbourne Area has officially opened its Epping Access Point. TOD Epping is hosted by DPV Health.
Family Violence and Disability Practice Leader Initiative – Secondary Consultations
The Family Violence and Disability Practice Leader at Berry Street has been employed as part of the Family Violence and Disability Practice Leader Initiative.
Remote Court Hearing Support Service Assists AFMs
Affected Family Members (AFMs) now have the option to attend Magistrates’ Court hearings without going to a court building.
Safe Housing for LGBTIQ+ Communities Initiative
The Victorian State Government has funded a new Pride in Place consortium to assist LGBTIQ+ people to navigate the specialist homelessness and housing system,
Family Violence and Sexual Assault Workforce Survey Extended
Family Safety Victoria would like to hear from the family violence and sexual assault workforce to better understand workforce needs.
Projects for Family Violence Research Funded
The Victorian Government has announced 13 successful projects funded under the first phase of the Family Violence Research Program 2021-2024.
Proposed Consent Legislation Welcomed
Safe and Equal have welcomed the recently proposed reforms to consent legislation in Victoria.
Watch MARAM Adults Using Violence Practice Guide Webinars
Developed by No to Violence, the "What Now" webinars will help workforces familiarise themselves with the MARAM Practice Guides for working with adults using violence.
Universal Paid Domestic Violence Leave to be Legislated
Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke said legislating the paid leave as a universal right would be his first parliamentary act.
