Family and Domestic Violence
Family and Domestic Violence
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18 May 2022
Unique program helps teens navigate challenging relationships Words Dawn Volz and Simone Worthing Recognising the uncertainty and pitfalls of teenage years, Love Bites is a respectful relationship education program for young people that has been facilitated in schools across Australia for many years. Established by NAPCAN (National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect), the ...
6 May 2022
Physical and emotional security help those like Gemma and Lily, to thrive and to rebuild their lives. Gemma’s* joy at the birth of her baby daughter was shattered when soon afterwards her partn...
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5 May 2022
Together we can end domestic violence Words Petra Jenkins The bystander effect is a phenomenon where the greater the number of people present, the less likely people are to help a person in crisis. In...
22 March 2022
Subordination of anyone is not part of God’s plan for human relationships (photo jr-korpa@Unsplash) Words Star Conliffe “I didn’t want his sympathy, I wanted him to use his power ...
22 March 2022
Becoming part of the Salvos ‘family’ has empowered Yas to build a new life after years of family violence Words Yas* I was born in the Middle East, where I met my now ex-husband, A...
22 March 2022
Highlighting the rights of women to a life free from violence Over the coming months, Salvos Magazine will feature different people from all walks of life who are part of the varied work of the Salvos...
5 December 2021
Cate finds strength to escape forced marriage and follow her dreams Words Cate, Safe House resident, with support from Claudia Cummins Cate’s* family had always been very controlling. When she ...
5 December 2021
The Trafficking and Slavery Safe House supports the women in a caring and encouraging environment. Words Claudia Cummins The Salvation Army established Australia’s first Trafficking and Slavery...
24 November 2021
The women find gardening and outdoor projects both fun and therapeutic. Salvos Domestic and Family Violence chaplain supports women in crisis and beyond Words Simone Worthing The Sa...