Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service Inc in Cairns, Queensland, Australia | Social service

Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service Inc

Locality: Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 4033 6100

Address: Suite 2, Level 2, 88 Abbott Street 4870 Cairns, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.dvcairns.org/

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25.01.2022 PARENTING BEYOND VIOLENCE Seeking Expressions of Interest for our Parenting Beyond Violence women’s group in October. A group for women who’ve experienced domestic violence, who may or may not have children currently in their care.... Parenting Beyond Violence (PBV) explores the dynamics of domestic violence and the impact it may have on women and their children, focusing on how domestic violence influences parenting and the parent/child relationship. If you would like more information please contact Colleen on 40336100

25.01.2022 A beautiful gift to the Red Rose Foundation A touching poem by poet, Doug Morris

25.01.2022 This year CRDVS are creating the Wing of Hope project. A project designed to share messages of hope, support and encouragement for women and children who are and/or have experienced domestic and family violence. The project aims to bring awareness of the prevalence and impact of domestic and family violence whilst creating hope and support for victim-survivors, their friends and family whilst sending a clear message the violence against women and children in n...ot okay. The Wings of Hope project is being throughout the 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (from November 25th to December 10th) we will be collecting messages of hope, support and encourage. Each message will be assigned to an origami crane which will contribute to an overall art piece displaying the cranes and messages. Do you have a message of hope, support or encouragement for victim-survivors?

25.01.2022 NT’s first specialised, theraputic domestic violence court. A step towards creating safe and therapeutic court experiences for victim of domestic violence in Alice Springs. "It's important that victims aren't retraumatised, or even worse, threatened or intimidated while they are using the facilities," Judge Huntingford said.... "...The court is also where a new, rehabilitation-focused domestic violence list is heard, making it what Judge Huntingford calls "a therapeutic court". Defendants who intend to plead guilty to domestic violence charges and want to access rehabilitation can apply to join the list, which allows them access to men's behavioural change programs..." https://www.abc.net.au//domestic-violence-court-a/12748894

24.01.2022 42% of Australian's believe that it is common for sexual assault accusations to be used as a way to get back at men, according to the National Communality Attitudes towards Violence Against Women Survey. YET, 9 out of 10 women who have been sexually assaulted do NOT REPORT to the police. Our Atherton South team member Nadia has a message for anyone who is ever in a position where a victim-survivor is sharing their story.... " "

24.01.2022 Thursdays In Black Every Thursday, people around the world wear black as a symbol of strength and courage, representing our solidarity with victims and survivors of violence, and calling for a world without rape and violence. Join us, stand with us as we wear black on Thursdays.... For more information about Thursdays in Black, visit: https://www.thursdaysinblack.co.za/ #16DaysOfActivism #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #ThursdaysInBlack

23.01.2022 We Are Recruiting! If you have thought about making a difference bringing an end to domestic and family violence - check out some of our recent vacancies. ... Flexible fixed-term part-time position https://applynow.net.au//126019-finance-and-administration Flexible part-time, fixed-term position https://applynow.net.au//126021-domestic-violence-resource

21.01.2022 This month is sexual violence awareness month and it’s time to start challenging some community attitudes around sexual violence and violence against women. Australia’s young people have some concerning attitudes when it comes to violence against women, the National Communality Attitudes Survey towards Violence against Women reports that nearly 1 in 4 young Australian’s disagree that violence against women is common. More than 1 in 4 young Australians believe women are part...ly responsible for what her partner does with that image, or who he shows a that image to. And 1 in 8 believe women mean yes when they say no It is important to challenge these attitudes as they contribute to the ongoing myths and attitudes that violence against women is okay or that women are to be held accountable in some way for the violence and assault that happens to them. Young people are our future and everyone can play a part in changing the attitudes and beliefs around violence against women. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, confidential and free help and support is available: 1800 RESPECT - 1800 737 732 Cairns Sexual Assault Services - 4031 3590 (8:30am 5pm, Mon to Fri_ DVConnect Sexual Assault Services 1800 010 120 (7:30am 11:30pm, 7 days) You can find more information about the findings if the National Communality Attitudes Survey here: anrows.org.au/research-program/ncas/

21.01.2022 Last night at the Hilton Cairns a small group of colleagues, friends and allies came together to farewell Amanda Lee-Ross, who has for the last 18 years fearlessly led the CRDVS service. It was certainly a heartfelt affair full of laughter and tears. It is without a doubt that Amanda’s hard work and dedication to the service and the sector have not gone unnoticed. In Amanda’s reign as fearless leader and empathetic advocate she has gone above and beyond to ensure that victim...-survivors are at the very core of discussions at local, state and national levels that impact on their lives and safety. Whilst this is the end of an era in some ways, it is just the beginning in so many others.

20.01.2022 This is it. The day has come. In a final farewell, we say thank you and see you soon. ... We will be cheering you on as you eventually run the world!

20.01.2022 We Are Recruiting! If you have thought about making a difference bringing an end to domestic and family violence - check out some of our recent vacancies. ( & )... Atherton Tablelands: 1 x full-time and 1 x 0.5 FTE; and Mossman: 1 x 0.8 FTE https://applynow.net.au/jobs/125188-child-and-youth-workers ( ) Mareeba: Part-time 0.7 FTE https://applynow.net.au//126020-domestic-violence-worker-c Cairns: Fixed-term (2 yrs) 52.5hrs per fortnight https://applynow.net.au//126018-domestic-violence-counsell

20.01.2022 Please share within your networks. The Melbourne research Alliance to End Violence Against Women and their Children (MAEVe) is conducting an online survey on the impact of COVID19 on family violence or on the way support services are accessed by victims in Australia. This anonymous survey is being conducted to find out about the impact of the COVID19 on women’s safety in their homes. We would like to promote the survey to women who have lived experience of family violence.... Please see the link below for the survey.survey is very brief and will only take about 5 minutes to complete. https://www.saferfamilies.org.au/safevoices-survey

19.01.2022 CRDVS Board Memberships Are you committed to making a difference bringing domestic and family violence to an end? Do you have an understanding of domestic and family violence? Cultural differences and barriers to access? Its effect on women, children and adolescents?... Do you have some spare time every month? Do you want to contribute to the success of a local not-for-profit organisation? We are seeking members of the community who are interested in joining the Board of Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service. If you feel passionate about making a difference to help bring domestic and family violence to an end, then please go to the link below and download the CRDVS Board Member Expressions of Interest document. To submit your application or for further information please contact Sandra Keogh at [email protected] Closing date for submissions is 2nd October. https://www.dvcairns.org//CRDVS-Board-Member-Expression-of

19.01.2022 We are seeking members of the community who are interested in joining the Board of Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service. If you feel passionate about making a difference to help bring domestic and family violence to an end, then please go to the link below and download the CRDVS Board Member Expressions of Interest document. To submit your application or for further information please contact Sandra Keogh at [email protected] https://www.dvcairns.org//CRDVS-Board-Member-Expression-of

17.01.2022 Another great meeting of the Cairns Reclaim the Night Working Committee. The Committee made up of Cairns community members and service representatives, who meeting regularly to plan this year’s Reclaim the Night March. We are working hard to shake things up a little this year with drumming, performance art and a song from our local slam poet Zoe, along with FREE F.R.I.E.S to the first 50 people prior to the march. When we are seeking sexual consent, ask yourself and your pa...rtner, "Would you like F.R.I.E.S with that?" Consent should be Freely given Reversible Informed Enthusiastic Specific We cannot wait to see you all there. Check out the facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/653084372286536) for more information or watch this space.

17.01.2022 Congratulations to our former CEO, Amanda Lee-Ross who has been inducted into Queensland’s Inaugural Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Honour Roll. Amanda retired in August as CEO after 18 years at the helm of CRDVS. Amanda’s tireless efforts, dedication and hard work have contributed significantly to the sector, not only within the region but the state. We hope Amanda is enjoying the first weeks of her retirement learning the drums whilst she waits to run the world.

16.01.2022 A to the amazing team at RizeUp and the many who donate to Rize Up for this amazing gift of essential items for the many women needing to escape domestic and family violence in the Cairns, Tabelands and Douglas Shire region. We are beyond grateful and overwhelmed with gratitude for this ENORMOUS gift! If you’d like more information about Rize Up, check out their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/RizeUpAustralia

15.01.2022 Exciting news for Mossman! A second Red Bench! https://douglas.qld.gov.au/turning-red-to-end-domestic-vio/

14.01.2022 National Child Protection Week. This week is National Child Protection Week and a great opportunity for us to reflect on the impact domestic and family violence has on children and young people. Australia’s children a report compiled by the Australian institute of Health and Welfare examines the most recent data on children and their families across 7 domains of health, education, social support, household income and finance, parental employment, housing, and justice and safe...ty. The report highlights, specific data relating to children exposed to family violence, under Justice and Safety the key findings included: The 2016 Personal Safety Survey (PSS) estimates that about 1 in 6 women (16% or 1.5 million) and 1 in 9 men (11% or 992,000) experienced physical and/or sexual abuse before the age of 15. According to the 2018 ABS Recorded Crime data, more than two-fifths of all sexual assaults recorded against children aged 014 (around 3,100) were perpetrated by a family member. Sexual assaults perpetrated by family members were almost 4 times more likely perpetrated against girls than boys (107.0 sexual assaults per 100,000 girls compared with 28.3 sexual assaults per 100,000 boys). Where the perpetrator was specified, a parent or another family member was the perpetrator in more than half (58%) of assault-related hospitalisations involving children aged 014 in 201617. To view the full report: https://www.aihw.gov.au//children-exposed-to-family-violen

13.01.2022 RECLAIM THE NIGHT Reclaim the Night is a global protest against sexual assault and gender-based violence; supporting women’s right to be free from fear of rape and violence. On October 21st, 2018, the Cairns community was devastated by the senseless and violent murder of Toyah Cordingley. Cairns has one of the highest per capita rates of reported sexual assault crimes in regional Queensland. This prevalence of sexual violence impacts greatly upon... the ability of women in Cairns to move freely and without fear throughout our city during the day or night. On Friday 23rd October, Cairns will come together, taking our voices to the streets and demanding a community free of violence against women! Through street theatre, music, performances, a community art project and more, Reclaim the Night is raising awareness for #AffirmativeConsent #StartByBelieving FOR MORE INFO Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/653084372286536/ For enquiries: Ella Morter. Manager of Cairns Sexual Assault Service 07 4031 3590 / 0422 406 260 [email protected] For media enquiries: Nicci Bell: 0433 657 616 [email protected]

11.01.2022 "Every day, in a range of services around Queensland, workers encounter people experiencing, or perpetrating domestic and family violence. This means that every day workers hear information that causes them to be concerned for the safety of victims of this violence. However, many workers are not aware of when and how they may appropriately share information, to protect victims, under the current legislative provisions. This brief video introduces you to the Domestic and Fami...ly Violence Information Sharing Guidelines, a valuable resource designed to answer those questions. You will be shown how to access the Guidelines and learn about: what is permitted under the legislation, who is allowed to share information, what circumstances allow information sharing without consent to ensure the safety of victims and children, and what information can be shared. Everyone values their privacy, and whenever safe, possible and practical, workers should gain a person’s consent providing personal information about the person to someone else."

10.01.2022 Women with disability face additional barriers when it comes to reporting sexual violence. Those barriers don't come from the fact that they have a disability, ...the stem from a society that is disabling. Accessibility and communication, reduced financial freedom, a lack of appropriate support services, and being given little or no sexuality education, all impact a person's opportunity to understand their experience and access the resources and support they need to disclose and heal. For some people with disability, their carer may also be the offender which further limits the freedom they have to disclose. They might only get one opportunity to tell someone what they are experiencing so it's important that we all start by believing! #WeBelieveWednesday #SVAM2020 #StartByBelievingAustralia

09.01.2022 Today marks the first day of 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. This year’s campaign focus is: Informal Women Workers... 16 Days Campaign has released some great resources that can be found here: Campaign Advocacy Guide: https://16dayscampaign.org/.../OFFICIAL-CWGL-2020-16-Days... Social Media Toolkit: https://16dayscampaign.org/2020-global-16-days-campaign.../ For more information about the #16Days campaign visit their website: https://16dayscampaign.org/

09.01.2022 MULTICULTURAL & MULTILINGUAL RESOURCES Dear Friends Domestic and family violence occurs in all cultures, and it is hurting our communities. Abuse isn’t always physical it can be emotional, verbal, sexual, financial or involve other controlling behaviours or threats that cause the person being abused to live in fear.... Women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds have other vulnerabilities that can intersect with family violence including social isolation, migration and settlement issues, language difficulties, past experiences of trauma and a lack of support and knowledge about their rights and choices. We can all play an important role in helping victims seek help and find safety from domestic and family violence. As a member of the Multicultural Queensland Advisory Council and the Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Council, I am pleased to be able to share with you some new resources that have been developed to help victims and their friends and family know the signs of abuse, where to get help and how to provide support. The translated resources are available in 29 languages including Arabic, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Punjabi, Korean, Samoan, Spanish, Vietnamese, Amharic, Burmese, Croatian, Dinka, Farsi, Filipino/Tagalog, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Malay, Oromo, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Somalian, Swahili, Tamil, Thai, and Turkish, and are available for download at www.qld.gov.au/dfvresources. Please consider how you can best use these resources to support women in your community. The way you respond to someone experiencing domestic and family violence can make a crucial difference in their life. Remember that abuse does not have to include physical violence to be wrong and dangerous. You don’t need to be certain that abuse is happening. Trust your instincts. Don’t wait for the situation to get worse or for someone else to help. Warm regards Faiza El-Higzi Member, Multicultural Queensland Advisory Council Member, Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Council

06.01.2022 Today marks the first day of Sexual Violence Awareness Month. The theme: #StartByBelieving Our staff, Helen and Nadene have an important message for anyone who has experienced sexual assault or abuse.... "No means no." "Consent is not silence. The absence of "no", is not consent." #SVAM2020 #IBelieveYou

05.01.2022 Twice in one week! This week our staff received a small token to say thank your for their hard work and support. We are certainly feeling the love

04.01.2022 Positive step for NSW Community and Religious Leaders Community and religious leaders will be empowered to respond to domestic and family violence through a new training program to begin next month. Educated with the right information and the skills to recognise abuse in different forms means leaders may be able to provide that vital support to survivors for the first time and, ultimately, help ensure that people get the crucial help they need in times of crisis. ... If community and religious leaders educate themselves about the current complexities of domestic and family violence, they can give community members practical solutions and link them to the right services, while supporting them spiritually, Ms Kaur said. https://www.miragenews.com/domestic-violence-training-for-/

04.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE Given the new Government imposed restrictions regarding social distancing, we have taken further measures to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and to ensure the safety and well being of our clients and staff. We remain dedicated to providing a comprehensive service to our clients and have re shaped our service delivery in an effort to reduce transmission within our community. This is an extremely difficult time for many people in our community and especi...ally for those experiencing domestic and family violence. We have not taken any of these decisions lightly and are working hard to ensure we have continued service delivery throughout this crisis. From Tuesday 24th March 2020, we will temporarily cease to provide face to face support in our Cairns, Douglas Shire and Tablelands offices. Support will be provided via the telephone, email (if safe to do so) or Zoom. Please feel free to continue to contact us for support or to arrange a phone appointment. CAIRNS OFFICE - Ph: 4033 6100 DOUGLAS SHIRE OFFICE - Ph: 4098 1974 TABLELANDS: ATHERTON Ph: 1300 909 250 TABLELANDS: MAREEBA - Ph: 4092 3290 TABLELANDS: SOUTH Ph: 1300 909 250 In an emergency please call the Police on 000 To access shelter call DVConnect on 1800 811 811 We thank you for your understanding during this time and will continue to provide any updates via our Facebook page.

03.01.2022 October is Sexual Violence Awareness Month and the Reclaim the Night Organising Collective are reaching out to the Cairns community to share their thoughts on #AffirmativeConsent with messages of support and encouragement for the #StartByBelieving campaign and Reclaim the Night Rally on 23rd October at 6-7pm. Background: The National Communality Attitudes towards Violence against Women Survey highlighted significant decrease in awareness around violence against women and ...Continue reading

01.01.2022 An important message from Red Rose Foundation. Like all processes, there are steps and each step is necessary regardless of its direction.

01.01.2022 What's happening this 16 days of Activism? A great opportunity to ask any questions you may have around LGBTQI+ Intimate Partner Violence! #16DaysOfActivism #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #EndDV