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25.01.2022 May is Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month. Intimate Partner Sexual Violence is a form of domestic violence that continues to be silenced and minimised. Sexual abuse of any kind is never OK. CASV 38083299

24.01.2022 Meet Coach Ange! She has designed some free 30min workouts you can do from your home or local park. We know that keeping physically active is essential to our mental and physical well being. Please be mindful of your own physical and mobility abilities & adjust your workout to meet your needs.

24.01.2022 The wonderful Auntys at Murrigunyah show up how to make damper.

23.01.2022 Congratulations to the Townsville Womens Service!

23.01.2022 CASV virtual office tour - Logan ! https://youtu.be/zb8AxFoBLso

23.01.2022 Today, May 26, is the National Day of Healing and the start of National Reconciliation Week. Today we remember the past policies of forced child removal and reflect on the sad and painful history of the Stolen Generations. We acknowledge the resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, especially those adversely affected by the policies of the Stolen Generation and those who never made it home. On 26th May 1997 the landmark Bringing Them Home Report was tabled... in federal parliament. Bringing Them Home is the final report of the National Inquiry into the Separation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children from their Families. Aboriginal children were forcibly removed from their families until 1970. Today many of these Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people continue to suffer from this destruction of identity, family life and culture. We call them the Stolen Generations. On 26th May 1998, the first National Sorry Day was held to commemorate the anniversary of the report and remember the grief, suffering and injustice experienced by the Stolen Generations. National Sorry Day is now commemorated nationally with thousands of Australians from all walks of life participating in memorial services, commemorative meetings, survival celebrations and community gatherings to honour the Stolen Generations. Artwork by Dub Leffler for the cover of the book Sorry Day by Coral Vass, available at antar.org.au/shop/children-books/sorry-day

22.01.2022 Happy 10th birthday @wear_it_purple Thank you for 10 amazing years celebrating young people. This years theme is we are the change. We can all have a con...versation with the young people in our lives about the value of diversity. We can all tell the young people in our lives they belong and are valued. We can all show our respect by using young peoples preferred names and pronouns. We can all challenge discrimination when we hear it and see it. We can all familiarise ourselves with culturally responsive mental health services, to encourage young rainbow people to access support. We can all recognise that #genderequality wont be real until all genders, sexualities and sex characteristics achieve #equality . . . . . #lgbtiqa #ally #intersectionalfeminism #feminism #wearitpurpleday

22.01.2022 The Centre Against Sexual Violence Inc. (CASV) provides support to women to access the National Redress Scheme (NRS). We provide free counselling, information and support to anyone considering applying to the Scheme. We also provide practical assistance in completing the application forms and can act as a nominee. The CASV can provide more information about the Scheme and who can apply. We can connect you with free legal and financial support services to so you know your options. We will support you throughout the process. https://www.casv.org.au/national-redress-scheme/

22.01.2022 Some great suggestions for self care here. Take care and reach out if you need to talk

20.01.2022 Thank you Minister Farmer for your continued support of survivors of Sexual Assault and your willingness to listen to our concerns and hopes for the future. Please remember that leaving your home to ring for services or to seek services is a valid reason to leave home. 38083299 CASV

20.01.2022 https://www.naidoc.org.au//InkedNAIDOC%202020%20theme%20ti

20.01.2022 The Womens Legal Service Qld have created a Parenting & Covid 19 information guide. Go to the website below, click on resources; it is the first information sheet. Information includes shared parenting and domestic violence.

18.01.2022 Visa Status is not a barrier to coronavirus (COVID-19) testing To support Queenslands response to COVID-19, people who do not have adequate insurance coverage and are not eligible for Medicare will not be charged out of pocket expenses if they present to any Queensland Health facility for assessment in relation to COVID-19 infection. More information is available from Queensland Health below:... https://www.qld.gov.au//stay-inf/testing-and-fever-clinics See more

17.01.2022 It’s ok, not to know how to respond. You do not have to be an expert or know all the right things to say to be able to help someone who has experienced sexual ...violence. The fact that the person has raised the issue with you indicates that they believe you are someone who can be trusted and supportive. Each person will react differently to what they experienced and will seek different kinds of help at different times. You don't have to know all the right things to say. For more information about how to support someone who discloses sexual assault to you, please visit: https://qsan.org.au//supporting-someone-who-has-disclosed- [#SVAM2020 #SexualViolenceAwarenessMonth #AffirmativeConsent #Consent #SexualAssault #WeBelieveYou #SVAM #StartByBelieving]

17.01.2022 Sexual assault is a crime. It is never okay for someone to use force or threats to get you to do anything that makes you feel uncomfortable.

17.01.2022 #startbybelieving #webelieveyou

15.01.2022 Would you know how to support a woman or young woman who has experienced sexual assault? www.casv.org.au

15.01.2022 Queensland Health: Public Health Alert: Three new COVID-19 cases. https://www.health.qld.gov.au//public-health-alert-three-n Please contact CASV if you would like to change your Face to Face appointment to either a telephone or video conference. Keep safe, the CASV Team.

14.01.2022 BRISSC Community Art Show - Call for Submissions BRISSC would like to invite women survivors, allies and activists and people who like to make art to put in their expressions of interest to participate and/or exhibit in our community art exhibition. BRISSCs aim is to hold a space voice for women whose words are sometimes lost in translation. They encourage all women including those from diverse and Indigenous communities to share their experience of resistance and liberatio...n from personal and sociological experiences of sexual violence. This will be showcased in an online art exhibition and possibly a physical art show depending on COVID restrictions. In the lead up to the art show, BRISSC will host art workshops and online tutorials over 8 weeks to support submissions. These workshops will be facilitated by a range of specialised arts workers. The art practices & techniques explored within the workshops will be decided collaboratively by participants. Participants may choose to take part in the workshops that interest them, work independently if they prefer, or to submit original work they have created previously. To register your interest and receive an information package please email Milena: [email protected]

14.01.2022 Consent is everything

14.01.2022 Petition created by Womens Legal Service: Supporting the Put Kids Safety First In Family Law Campaign.

13.01.2022 CASV virtual office tour - Cleveland ! https://youtu.be/3yeIWy3mSrs

12.01.2022 The Supporters Against Sexual Violence along with the Centre Agaisnt Sexual Violence Inc., would like to thank Advanced Business Technologies for donating prizes for their Sexual Violence Awareness Month Raffle. Tickets for the raffle will be available next week.

12.01.2022 What is consent? A person consents to sexual activity if they do it actively, freely, voluntarily and consciously without being pressured into it. Consent is al...ways clearly communicated. There are laws around when people can consent to sexual activity and when they cant consent. Consent is; Mutual Freely given Informed Clearly communicated Enthusiastic Reversible Specific https://qsan.org.au/what-is-consent/

12.01.2022 Goodmorning good morning Happy Thursday to everyone! We have another deadly video today with coconut leaf weaving. Hope you all enjoy !... Stay Safe and stay deadly!

11.01.2022 New Zealand governments online safety campaign, how to talk to your kids about porngrahy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f29mh5ntlw4

11.01.2022 Practical help Sometimes support means providing resources, such as how to connect with support services, seek medical attention, or report the crime to the pol...ice. Some simple practical ideas which may be useful to offer include company, transport to appointments, child care, grocery shopping or cooking a meal. It is important that you talk with the survivor and check in with them about what they need. By being available, patient and understanding, you can assist a survivor to reduce the impact of sexual violence on their life. Providing consistent support is important, given that there can be ups and downs, good periods and difficult periods, even in a single day. Remember, sometimes things appear to get worse before they get better. Being consistent and dependable can have a positive impact in and of itself. For more information about how to support someone who discloses sexual assault to you, please visit: https://qsan.org.au//supporting-someone-who-has-disclosed- #SVAM2020 #SexualViolenceAwarenessMonth #AffirmativeConsent #Consent #SexualAssault #WeBelieveYou #SVAM #StartByBelieving [Photo by freepik]

10.01.2022 ~ Womens Resilience Across Generations (WRAGs) Digital Story Telling Project ~ BRISSC & Zig Zag Young Womens Resource Centre Inc are pleased to announce WRAGs - a digital community resource project. This project will create a space to listen and respond to stories about hard times, where women can choose to share with Elders, Peers and Younger Folks.... In developing this resource BRISSC and Zig Zag will host a series of parallel workshops, which explore how women survivors respond to hard times - stories of resilience and resistance. The intent is to capture these discussions in a digital resource eg. digital, theatre, photographic story or video. When: Workshops will begin during July 2020. Where: Facilitated in virtual space via Zoom Cost: FREE! If you are interested in participating and...: You are a young woman (aged 12-25) please contact [email protected] You are a woman aged 25+ please contact [email protected] Registration closes on the 13th of July 2020.

10.01.2022 Today is LGBTI Domestic Violence awareness day. Everyone deserves to feel safe, everywhere, all the time.

09.01.2022 4849 survivors a year in Qld alone. 4849 survivors who are predominantly mothers, sisters, and daughters. Survivors who deserve more. Survivors who need your vo...ice! Consent laws are being debated in Qld parliment next week, so now is the time to use your voice. Together we can achieve change. Post with the hashtag #reformqldconsentlaws and #affirmativeconsent. Then call or email your state member of parliament asking for stronger consent laws. With an affirmative model of consent and severe limits to the mistake of fact defence, Queensland can truly make progress to prevent sexual violence and seek justice for survivors. Need more info before you post with the hashtags and call your MP? Check out our website to see the research and access the how you can help page for tips for talking to your MP: http://believeqldwomen.org, Take a look at www.consentlawqld.com to see how current Qld legislation is playing out in court. Read the Womens Legal Service statement calling for stronger consent law and explaining why Labours proposed legislation doesnt go far enough in reforming current law: https://wlsq.org.au/sexual-assault-review-recommendations/ #reformqldconsentlaws #affirmativeconsent #consentissexy #positiveconsent #traumainformedservices #sexualviolence #compassionatepolicing #womensupportingwomen #alliesofallgenders #heforshe #consentissexy #ibelieveher #beboldforchange #generationequity #dangerousfemales #metoo #sexualabuse #sexualabusesurvivors #feminist #feminism #intersectionalfeminism #believeqldwomen

09.01.2022 Healing is a process

09.01.2022 We hope you enjoy learning this Dreamtime Story as told by Quandamooka songman Josh Walker. The story is about Point Lookout on Minjerribah Stradbroke Island. We pay respect to the Traditional Owners of this land who continue to care for land and seas and continue to share their knowledge, for those who care to listen. https://www.facebook.com/abcinbrisbane/posts/10158791264584669

08.01.2022 Earlier this week the Supporters Against Sexual Violence made Sensory Bags and Affirmation Cards. Sensory Bags include: A Balloon to remind your to reach for the sky A Coin to remind you that you are valuable A Crayon to inspire your to go out and colour the world Smarties to remind you that you are smart and ... An Eraser so you can make all your worries Disappear. Supporters Against Sexual Violence, United in Recovery. See more

05.01.2022 The Centre Against Sexual Violence would like to thank everyone that has financially donated to the Centre. All donations over $2.00 are tax deductible. Thanks again to our wonderful community.

04.01.2022 In the absence of being able to share cake, the CASV team are finding new ways to celebrate each others birthdays. Happy birthday Naomi!

03.01.2022 SASV are having a raffle for Sexual Violence Awareness Month. Please contact CASV if you would like to purchase tickets.Phone: 07 38083299

02.01.2022 When times are tough, noticing the breath is one of the ways to bring our attention back to the present moment. Remember to breathe

01.01.2022 Media Release: Rape & Sexual Assault Research & Advocacy BREAKING: Queensland Law Reform Commission fails to make substantive recommendations to improve rape law. The Queensland Law Reform Commission (the Commission) has ignored concerns of survivors and advocates in failing to recommend changes that would implement a standard of affirmative consent into sexual offence law in Queensland.... The Commission has also disregarded significant peer-reviewed, academic evidence, instead referring to a UK study that has not passed a peer-review process and has not been published. After a 10-month review, the Commission made a total of just 5 recommendations. The result is a slap in the face to survivors of sexual violence in Queensland. The failure to recommend that a history of domestic violence be considered in sexual offence cases is devastating. See full media statement from the Rape & Sexual Assault Research & Advocacy...