Support for domestic and family violence

Domestic and family violence can include physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, or financial abuse. It’s never okay, and it’s not your fault.

Here are some free and confidential services that can help:

• 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732
  24/7 confidential counselling, information and support for anyone affected by family or domestic violence or sexual assault. You can also chat online at 1800respect.org.au.

• Ask Izzy – askizzy.org.au
  Find nearby services for safety, housing, food, legal help, and counselling. Free to access even without credit or wifi if you’re on Telstra or Vodafone.

• Safe Steps (VIC) – 1800 015 188
  24/7 support and emergency accommodation for women and children experiencing family violence in Victoria.

• DV Connect (QLD) –

  • Womensline: 1800 811 811 (24/7)

  • Mensline: 1800 600 636 (9am–12am, 7 days)

• Domestic Violence Crisis Service (ACT) – 02 6280 0900
  24/7 support for people affected by domestic or family violence in the ACT.

• Safe at Home (TAS) – 1800 633 937
  24/7 family violence response and support service.

• Women’s Safety Services SA – 1800 800 098
  24/7 information and crisis support for women and children in South Australia.

• Women’s Domestic Violence Helpline (WA) – 1800 007 339
  24/7 support and counselling for women experiencing domestic or family violence in Western Australia.

If you ever feel unsafe or are in immediate danger, call 000.

You deserve to feel safe and supported. Reaching out is a brave and important step — and there are people ready to help you today.