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Relationships

Find help for relationship violence

You can safely reach social services or a local provider.

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Done when

You can safely reach social services or a local provider.

You can safely reach social services or a local provider.

Who this is for

People experiencing violence or supporting them; abuse is not the survivor's fault.

Why this matters

You have a way to request support tailored to your situation.

How to do it

Guidance compiled from the references below; follow the applicability notes for this item.

  1. Use a safer device and contact time or ask a trusted person for help.
  2. Call 1300 social assistance and explain your area, urgency and a safe callback method.
  3. For immediate danger call 191 when safe to do so, and make an individual plan with support.

Evidence and references

Last reviewed: · Version 2