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MEDIA RELEASE Nearly half of young Australians aged 16 to 24 have already experienced intimate partner violence, according to research by Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety (ANROWS). For adolescents who have used violence at home, the vast majority-89%-have themselves been victims of abuse. With domestic, family and sexual violence at the forefront … Continued
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Peak body for specialist sexual assault services, SASVic releases its top five priorities for this month’s state budget. Sexual Assault Services Victoria (SASVic) represents Victoria’s 18 specialist sexual assault services. Each year, these services support nearly 20,000 people to recover after sexual assault, giving them a unique perspective on what is required from government. Sexual … Continued
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The National Library of Australia has partnered with the She Gives campaign to preserve the philanthropic stories of Australian women, with a new oral history project that will ensure 20 female voices become part of the nation’s permanent record on Australian giving. The project, launched at the National Library on Tuesday, will see 20 extended … Continued
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Australians are being encouraged to take action against family and gender-based violence on Are You Safe at Home? Day this Saturday 10 May. Are You Safe at Home? Day is part of a national initiative developed by Safe and Equal to break down the fear and stigma associated with talking about family violence. The campaign, … Continued
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Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety (ANROWS) has strengthened its leadership at a critical national moment, announcing four senior appointments to advance evidence-driven strategies to end violence against women and children. The appointments come as Australia confronts gendered violence, including women being killed by partners or former partners, escalating coercive control, and youth-on-youth … Continued
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While domestic abuse often conjures images of physical violence, an insidious form of control is destroying lives in silence: financial abuse. This hidden epidemic affects 1 in 4 people in Australia, stripping them of their independence, their security, and often, their ability to escape abusive relationships. In Amanda J. Scott’s new book, Finding My … Continued
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They say it takes a village to raise a child – but what about a reader? When three women came together to find and share quality children’s books with other mothers and parents, they soon found they weren’t alone in their mission. What began as a Facebook community run by teacher-librarian Megan Daley and author … Continued
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You can trust a Pinky Promise and every year Bakers Delight bakeries in local communities make good on their commitment to support Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) and all Australians affected by breast cancer. Each May for a quarter of a century, Bakers Delight bakeries around the country have produced the trademark Pink … Continued
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Sydney, Australia, 5 May 2025 – With Mother’s Day fast approaching, new research by VistaPrint reveals that nearly half (48%) of Aussie mums admit to not being happy with their gifts.While breakfast in bed and a heartfelt card is always appreciated, some gifts simply miss the mark. This is according to mums from across the … Continued
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A unique piece of tennis history is being raffled to raise vital funds for women and children escaping domestic violence, thanks to a generous donation from tennis legend Jelena Dokic and world champion Aryna Sabalenka. Jelena Dokic gifted domestic violence charity, Got Your Back Sista, a signed Australian Open towel — autographed live on … Continued
