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“We don’t need more talking, we need action.” Executive director of advocacy group Fair Agenda Renee Carr said the survey was “staggering”. “We don’t need a strawpoll on whether or not survivors get the best quality support and reform, we need leadership,” she said.  The survey, which will be open until 31 July, includes questions such as what are the major issues facing people experiencing gendered violence, what outcomes are most relevant for a national strategy against viole...

Share on Twitter The federal government has announced a $10 million funding boost to support temporary visa holders trying to flee domestic and family violence. Many temporary visa holders also face increased barriers to leaving abusive situations due to social isolation, limited English language skills, and fears they could be kicked out of Australia without sponsorship. “We want to ensure that no matter what a woman’s visa status may be, she is able to access help and support ...

Womens advocacy leaders are urging the government to meet with First Nations communities, as Indigenous women continue to be more likely to experience violence and assault than their non-Indigenous counterparts. Sandra Creamer, CEO of the National Aboriginal Womens Alliance urged Anne Ruston, the newly appointed minister for womens safety, to elevate and amplify Indigenous voices.  "We need to be at the table — if were not at the table, were going to be a discussion on the table anyway. A lo...

Share on Twitter Australia will work toward a goal of eliminating violence against women and children when leaders meet for the National Womens Safety Summit on 29 and 30 July. The dates have been locked in at the same time as womens safety groups seek more funding to deal with increased demand from women fleeing violence. Womens Safety Minister Anne Ruston said the summit is part of a consultation process that will inform the next national plan to "stop the rot that is domestic vio...

Womens safety summit to bring national leaders together to tackle domestic violence Posted 3 updated 2 AprApril 2021 at 7:58am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume. Watch 1 Share Print text only Cancel A national womens safety summit will be held in July, as governments and stakeholders work to shape the next national plan to reduce violence against women.  Key points: A 12-year plan to reduce violence against women and children expi...

The dole will be lifted to $615.70 a fortnight when the coronavirus supplement ends in March while job seekers’ obligations will increase and employers will be able to report anyone refusing a job offer.