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"To address family violence in our communities, we need culturally safe spaces and Aboriginal-led responses. This isn't just about services – it's about recognising our women's strength and our communities' wisdom in leading the way forward." - Yoorrook Deputy Chair Commissioner Sue-Anne Hunter Breaking silence starts with truth-telling. By acknowledging the ongoing impacts of colonisation, systemic injustices and intergenerational trauma, we can create space for healing and understanding. Sharing these truths not only validates the experiences of family violence victims but also empowers others to break cycles of violence. Let's work towards a future where safety, dignity, and justice are upheld for all. Read VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency's comprehensive submission to Yoorrook here: https://lnkd.in/gT-AKR3g or Make a submission, we have extended the closing date for submissions to 30 November: https://shorturl.at/kSREq If you or someone you know needs help please contact: Djirra- Sharing stories, finding solutions: 03 92 443 333 Yarning SafeNStrong: 1800 959 563 Elizabeth Morgan House: (03) 9482 5744 13YARN: 13 92 76 Aboriginal Family Violence Prevention & Legal Service: (03) 9244 3333 1800RESPECT Australia: 1800 737 732 #FirstPeoples #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism #EndFamilyViolence #Truthtelling

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and this year's theme, Heal, Hold & Center, encourages us to unite in support of survivors. Domestic violence can take many forms, including emotional, sexual, and financial abuse. Recognizing warning signs, like isolation, extreme jealousy, or intimidation, is essential in helping those affected. In both Nebraska and Iowa, survivors have legal options, including protection orders for domestic abuse, harassment, and sexual assault. McGill Law is here to assist with these legal processes, whether it’s filing a protection order, starting a divorce, or advocating for child custody. If you or someone you know needs help, contact us at 402-548-5418. Together, we can heal, hold, and center survivors, ensuring safety and justice for all. For more resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text “START” to 88788 Nebraska Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence: 402 476-6256 Women's Center for Advancement (WCA): 402-345-6555 Legal Aid of Nebraska: Omaha (402-348-1069), Lincoln (402-435-2161) Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence: 1-800-770-1650 #HealHoldCenter #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #DVAwareness #NationalDomesticViolenceHotline #LegalAidNebraska #WCAOmaha #IowaCoalitionAgainstDomesticViolence #McGillLawyers #YouAreNotAlone

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 — a time to shed light on the pervasive issue of domestic violence, which includes intimate partner violence and other forms of gender-based violence. These acts are not only devastating for individuals and families but represent a public health crisis that affects communities across Connecticut and the nation. The statistics are staggering: 1 𝒊𝒏 3 𝒘𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 1 𝒊𝒏 7 𝒎𝒆𝒏 in the U.S. experience severe intimate partner physical violence, sexual violence, or stalking. This violence leaves lasting physical, emotional, and psychological scars. Connecticut Bar Foundation, is proud to administer the Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) Program, helping victims and survivors of domestic violence seek the protection they need. Through this program, we fund three dedicated legal service providers—Connecticut Legal Services, Inc., Greater Hartford Legal Aid, and New Haven Legal Assistance Association, Inc.—to provide essential legal services in select judicial districts across the state. These legal professionals play a critical role in helping victims and survivors secure civil restraining orders, a crucial step in their safety and recovery. Together, we must continue to raise awareness and support those impacted by domestic violence, ensuring that survivors have access to the justice and protection they deserve. ➡️Do you, or someone you know, need help due to domestic violence? Reach out to CT SafeConnect: https://lnkd.in/eFsCdhdY Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence #DVAM #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #PublicHealthCrisis #AccessToJustice #CivilLegalAid #SurvivorSupport #CTBarFoundation

Survivors of domestic abuse are not being listened to, and the family courts are failing to act on their concerns. That’s according to the family courts petition started by former Spice Girl, Mel B. The petition goes on to say that despite around 60% of cases dealing with child arrangements involving domestic violence, many judges simply don’t have enough training to help them fully understand the issue. As a family solicitor, the cases the petition discusses are often incredibly complex (not to mention challenging and emotive for all involved). However, as the family courts come under increased scrutiny for how victims of domestic abuse feel about their experience, there’s no doubt that this issue continues to gain momentum. I’ve always believed that the more knowledge we as professionals have, the more able we’ll be to support the families going through it. And it seems I’m not alone, as Mel B’s petition gets nearer to it’s 25,000 signature target. Is compulsory, ongoing judicial training on domestic violence something we’re likely to see in the future? #JudicialTraining #FamilyCourts #DomesticAbuse

Elder abuse is any act which causes harm to an older person - and is carried out by someone the person knows and trusts, usually a family member. It may be physical, social, financial, psychological or sexual and can include mistreatment and neglect - and constitutes a violation of human rights. Alarmingly, it more widespread than one may think and is on the increase. This Saturday (June 15) is World Elder Abuse Day - and we ask you to join us to "Wise Up, Rise Up Against Elder Abuse". Find out more about elder abuse and how you can take action to stop it.

More than 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the U.S. have experienced some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime. If you or someone you know is currently experiencing domestic violence, there are several organizations available to assist. In CT, contact Safe Connect for confidential, safe, and free services 24 hours per day, 365 days per year: call/text 888.774.2900 or chat and email available at www.CTSafeConnect.org. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is also available at 800.799.7233 or TTY 800.787.3224. Services include crisis intervention, one-on-one counseling, domestic violence education, safety planning, and directly connecting callers to service providers such as shelters, legal services, and other related services. If you believe you have been discriminated against because of your status as a victim of domestic violence, including if you have been denied a reasonable accommodation to attend related court proceedings, finding shelter, or for related healthcare treatment, contact the CHRO today. #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #DVawarenessmonth #ctsafeconnect #ctchro #chrodiversityequityinclusion

Started the day way earlier than usual, and jumped on two ABC programs before 8am. This interview with Patricia Karvelas is especially close to my heart - covering coercive control, the many and horrifying impacts it has on children, and the capacity of our systems to protect and empower kids who grow up with it. This conversation relates particularly to the murder-suicide in Lismore, in which James Harrison murdered his two-year-old son Rowan. When James was late returning Rowan (who was on a weekend access visit) to his mother, and would not return phone calls, Sophie Roome was alarmed. There was a domestic violence order in place naming Dr Roome as the protected person, and she had reason to be alarmed. At that stage there were multiple concerns: had he taken off with Rowan? Was this now a missing person case? When police went round to the house and got no response, they left. Hours later, after Dr Roome and family members had pleaded with police to go back to the house, police finally forced entry four hours later and found James and Rowan dead. I can't comment on this case specifically, but I've been told by countless protective mothers - and the kids on court ordered visits - that they've called police about safety concerns or reported *actual abuse and violence*, only to be told by police that they can't intervene, because it's a 'family law matter'. If the police delayed their response in this case because of this same old trope, there should be serious consequences. What is the harm to police in erring on the side of caution, and taking the fear of women and kids seriously? Especially when the child access is occurring in the context of an active domestic violence order? There is little that enrages me more than the failure to protect children in the family law system. We need to start protecting children in these systems the same way we would want our own children to be protected. Love and solidarity to Dr Roome, her family and friends, and to all who grieve and worry sick for their children - be they in family law, child protection or state care. https://lnkd.in/g8B-jQvy

PRES. J. BIDEN 46 PRESIDENT USA & DR. J. BIDEN FIRST LADY WONDERMIND.com BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION GATESFOUNDATION.org JUROR #2 Movie. THE MOVIE IS ENTERTAINING FOR WHAT MOVIES ARE FOR BUT JUDICIALLY THE MOVIE DEMEANS THE PRESENT USA LEGAL SYSTEM. PORTRAYING THAT THE JUDICIARY SYSTEM & DUE PROCESS OF THE LAW & EXPENSE & TRUST IN THE JUDICIARY LEGAL SYSTEM WITHIN IT'S CAUCUS THE D.A & STAFF & THE PEOPLE ARE FAR BEYOND UNDERSTANDING OF ANY SITUATION. TO THAT YOU MAY SAY "IF NOT SO TOO MANY WILL USE IT AS AN ADVANTAGE IN OTHER CASES CIRCUMSTANCES OR SITUATIONS." AND I SAY BUT "WHEN ARE WE THE PEOPLE EVER NOT TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THE ALREADY CONTEMPORARY LEGAL SYSTEM.?" THEREFORE THE BALANCE JUDICIARY EXPENSE & TRUST IS NOTHING MORE THAN IN "GOD WE TRUST." THUS THE DEMEANING IS NOT TRULY THE JUDICIARY CAUCUS OR LEGAL SYSTEM. THE TRUE DEMEANING IS THE COURSE OF THE TRIAL & HIGH/LOWS OF EMOTIONS & THE PEOPLE ATTENDING THE COURT ROOM CASE. SPECIFICALLY FRANKLY THE VICTIM & THE ACCUSED & THE TRUE CULPRIT & BOTH SIDES OF THE FAMILY. THENCE AND I DARE SAY... AN INJUSTICE FOR THE PEOPLE TO OF HAD TO ATTEND JURY DUTY. THANK YOU FOR READING.

As a child, witnessing alcohol-induced domestic violence can have a profound and lasting impact. The are many complexities to this issue and finding support and resources may be effective. Like calling 988 or 211. Let’s start a mission to break the cycle of abuse and empower individuals to reclaim their lives. They may need a community to support such as legal aid, and community-based initiatives to help survivors heal and find their path to safety and independence. If you or someone you know has experienced similar trauma, please know that you are not alone. Together, we can navigate the challenges and work towards a future free from violence. Let's raise awareness and create a more compassionate society. #DomesticViolenceAwareness #ChildhoodTrauma #AlcoholAbuse #SupportServices #CommunityOutreach #HealingJourney #BreakingTheCycle

SOLIS participates as a partner in the For-J project. Restorative justice offers a compassionate approach to healing, focusing on the needs of victims while promoting accountability and growth for offenders. Unlike traditional punitive systems, restorative justice emphasizes dialogue, understanding, and the repair of harm. By creating spaces where victims can express their pain and offenders can take responsibility for their actions, this approach fosters emotional healing and community restoration. For victims, restorative justice provides an opportunity to be heard, validated, and involved in the process of justice. It acknowledges their trauma and prioritizes their well-being, empowering them to take part in decisions regarding the outcomes that affect them. Victims are not sidelined but are central to the process, enabling them to find closure and peace. Offenders, in turn, are encouraged to understand the real impact of their actions. This humanizing approach challenges the cycle of recidivism by promoting responsibility and personal growth. Restorative justice is a pathway not only to individual healing but also to stronger, more resilient communities.  https://lnkd.in/gpc-Dm8H #RestorativeJustice #VictimHealing #TraumaRecovery #CommunityHealing #JusticeReform #HealingTogether #RehabilitationNotPunishment #EmpathyAndAccountability #PeaceBuilding #JusticeWithCompassion  Ana Maria Solis Domingo Ferrandis