Patricia Giles Centre for Non-Violence in Perth, Western Australia | Charitable organisation

Patricia Giles Centre for Non-Violence

Locality: Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9300 0340

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25.01.2022 "What matters most is that the decision to disclose is one that makes you feel empowered and safe." This article provides some expert advice on how, and if, you should tell someone about past sexual trauma. It also includes some practical tips to consider if you decide to share.

25.01.2022 Before you buy a pair of jeans, we suggest you have a listen to this short podcast and find out about the working conditions of the women who have been making them.

25.01.2022 Welcome 2021, we wish you and your family a happy and healthy year ahead. As we turn our thoughts to hope and positive outcomes for the new year, why not consider supporting us to bring more smiles to families across our community. Please help children stay with their rabbits by starting a New Year’s giving habit. Find out more at: https://mailchi.mp/patgilescentre/regulargiving2021

25.01.2022 There is no excuse for abuse.... Any kind of abuse. Financial abuse is a form of family violence which uses money as a tool of power and control. That can include not being allowed to make financial decisions, control over when and how income is spent, no access to accounts, giving very limited amounts of money, and even being coerced into doing things to access money in order to pay for essential items. It is estimated 90% of all family violence cases involve some form of fi...nancial abuse. If you can relate to any of this, please contact us for advice and support. Our services include safe accommodation, housing support, counselling for women and children, and programs that support you to remain safely in your own home. Get in touch on (08) 9300 0340 or check out our website for more information.

24.01.2022 Please mark your calendars for this year's silent march to honour those who have lost their lives from family violence.

19.01.2022 African-Australian entrepreneur and activist Khadija Gbla sees a future where every little girl can dream her wildest dreams, free from the threat of sexual violence and female genital mutilation.

18.01.2022 Today is the International day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. And it is also day 1 of the 16 Days in WA campaign. Over the next 16 Days we will be highlighting the Power and Control Wheel as part of our family and domestic violence prevention awareness campaign. We urge you to share these posts with everyone you know. Family violence can happen to anyone regardless of age, culture, occupation, community, income, education, or ability. This wheel is a tool used... to explain the different ways an abusive partner achieves power and control to manipulate a relationship. You might recognise these tactics in your own life or notice them in the relationships of your family or friends. As the 16 Days in WA campaign shines a light on family and domestic violence in our community, this is a good time to #becomeaware, be brave enough to seek help, or have a conversation if you are concerned about someone in your life. As family and domestic violence specialists we are here to help so visit us at patgilescentre.org.au. #16DaysinWA #StopTheViolence #RespectStartsWithMe #justcause

18.01.2022 We want to say a huge thank you to IGA Butler and IGA Merriwa and their communities who have continued to give generously throughout the year to provide sanitary products and toiletries to support our families escaping violence. Community donations like these make a big difference in a lot of lives. IGA Butler Food Market SUPA IGA Merriwa

18.01.2022 Using intimidation is one of the tactics used by abusers highlighted in the Power and Control Wheel. This can manifest in various ways. It can be as subtle as a stare across a room, or as overt as threatening to be violent unless they see submission. Past abuse and violence are used to instil fear. Certain behaviours are used to instil fear. It is time to #becomeaware of family and domestic violence. If you can recognise these tactics, or are worried about a friend or fami...ly member, please go to https://www.patgilescentre.org.au. We are here to help. #16DaysinWA #StopTheViolence #RespectStartsWithMe #justcause See more

18.01.2022 In 1972 feminism found an anthem in Helen Reddy’s ‘I am Woman’. It is often described as an anthem for its time. The reality is that it still resonates today. There are a lot of obituary style articles you can read about the talented Helen Reddy and all she achieved in her life. But here is a more personal view on what this song, and Helen herself, means to one woman Julia Gillard. ... https://www.abc.net.au//helen-reddy-i-am-woman-ju/11810546 See more

16.01.2022 We welcome the fact that today, two new offences take effect in WA - persistent family violence, and suffocation and strangulation.

16.01.2022 Susan Ryan was a trailblazer for women’s rights and human rights in Australia. Her legacy is impressive. While a Senator she was pivotal in the passage of the Sex Discrimination Act, and Equal Employment Opportunity and the Affirmative Action Act. And then later she was the Age Discrimination Commissioner and then the Disability Discrimination Commissioner.

13.01.2022 We can only describe the overwhelming support from our community this year as that very special gift under our tree. A gift given with thought and with generosity, and with no expectation of receiving. We would like to say thank you for following us. Thank you for liking, sharing and engaging with our posts. And thank you for your commitment to #becomeaware of family and domestic violence. Together we can make a difference.

13.01.2022 Do you know what being an active bystander means? Active bystanders do something if they see someone experiencing family violence or abuse. It can be difficult to know how to help, but here some things you can do, depending on the circumstances. - Report concerning behaviour. - Offer support or assistance if it’s safe for you to do so. ... - Call out sexism and attitudes that disrespect women or condone violence. - Help victims/survivors prepare safety plans. - Listen to them without judgement. - Educate yourself to understand what causes family violence and abuse. - In an emergency, call 000. If you have concerns for someone in your life and need some advice, please call us on (08) 9300 0340. Thanks to our colleagues at the Centre for Non Violence in Victoria for this excellent graphic.

13.01.2022 The 16 Days in WA campaign starts tomorrow. Here is the reality of family and domestic violence in WA. 63% of assaults were family and domestic violence-related last year. Last year there were 19,437 family and domestic violence-related victims -up by 10% from the previous year. 49,198 Police Domestic Violence Incident Reports were triaged in 2019-20. Children were present in 15,832 of these cases. ... 11,975 family violence restraining orders were lodged last year. One in 5 WA women reported experiencing partner violence since the age of 15. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women account for 67% of hospitalisations due to family and domestic violence. As many as 56% of youth homelessness cases are linked to family and domestic violence. Family and domestic violence is the leading cause of women’s homelessness. You are invited to create change. You can educate, motivate and advocate in your community, and stand up to stop violence against women. Go to https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/ to find out how you can take action. Together we can make a difference. #16daysinWA #respectstartswithyou

12.01.2022 An analysis was done on just under half a million family violence police records in NSW, covering a 12 year period, concentrating on mentions of mental health. In more than three quarters of these events, mental illness was mentioned for the perpetrator only, 17% for the victim only, and 7% for both victim and perpetrator. They also found a steady increase over time in family violence involving alcohol abuse and the number of cases with victims said to have dementia.

11.01.2022 Once again this year we are very grateful for the ongoing support of our friends at Rio Tinto . Their donations made a huge difference in the lives of many, when quite literally a truck load of Christmas hampers and toys arrived for our families for Christmas. We are so grateful for their seemly endless generosity.

10.01.2022 Sexual harassment is pervasive and causes significant harm, yet far too many women cannot access fairness, justice and legal protection, leaving them susceptible to further victimisation and harm within the legal system. A recent study found claims of sexual harassment was less likely to be seen as credible when the victim did not fit the stereotype of a typical woman.

10.01.2022 We’re not vulnerable by virtue of disability, we’re vulnerable because the system makes us vulnerable. All we want is to be seen and treated like independent individuals in our own right. For this to happen, the language that surrounds us as disabled women, and more broadly the disability community as a whole, must change. This excellent article is written by disability and family and domestic violence advocate, Nicole Lee.

08.01.2022 Just Cause is our social enterprise brand that aims to encourage people to #becomeaware of family and domestic violence. The first Just Cause campaign is all about increasing awareness of the Power and Control Wheel that is at the centre of all gender-based violence. By purchasing a Just Cause product at https://www.patgilescentre.org.au/online-shop/ or making a donation at https://www.givenow.com.au/organisation/public/1544, you are directly supporting people affected by or... escaping family and domestic violence. #justcause See more

07.01.2022 Today is the International Day of Peace. A day when we remember that the pursuit of peace is a fundamental human right. Which includes peace and safety in our own homes.

05.01.2022 Women’s health experts are calling for compulsory training for obstetric health practitioners so they can recognise signs of coercive control. New research found doctors, midwives, nurses and social workers are well placed to provide empathy, support and information to women in family violence situations.

04.01.2022 We want to say a huge thank you to Foodbank WA for their donation of Give a Feed Christmas Hampers for our families in crisis. Their generosity meant many families affected by family and domestic violence knew that someone in their community cared about them. And isn’t that what Christmas is all about?

03.01.2022 Male Champions of Change has released a new report to guide more effective organisational approaches to preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. They believe the prevention of sexual harassment should be a key accountability for Boards, CEOs and Executive teams just like their occupational safety and health responsibilities. You can download the report at https://malechampionsofchange.com/preventing-and-responding

02.01.2022 Did you know that 14% of older Australians experience some form of abuse? This can include financial, emotional, physical, social, sexual as well as neglect. This article talks about what elder abuse can look like and provides some really helpful advice on signs for you to watch out for.

02.01.2022 The remarkable Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away last week at the age of 87. A champion for gender equality and human rights, she protected voting rights, abortion rights, equal pay rights, and the right for everyone to live with dignity. In believing there was never enough justice until every system of oppression had been dismantled, she worked for anyone who had been silenced or marginalised in their search for justice.

01.01.2022 Did you know that this year marks 100 years since Edith Cowan became the first woman elected to a Parliament in Australia? International Women’s Day is fast approaching. While it may look different this year, it’s still a wonderful opportunity for us all to celebrate the contributions women make in our society and demonstrate our commitment to gender equality. The Department of Communities has released a toolkit containing some facts and stats as well as ideas on how you can ...get involved this year. You can download the toolkit at https://www.wa.gov.au//international-womens-day-2021-resou. Department of Communities #IWD2021WA #womeninleadership