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24.01.2022 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign starting on the 25 November (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) and runs until 10 December (Human Rights Day). Violence against women is recognised as one of the most persistent and devastating human rights violations of our time. It is an issue every day of the week and 16 Days of Activism is dedicated to raising awareness, educating people about the drivers of violence and uniting to eliminate it. #16DaysOfActivism

23.01.2022 Great news Jill Hennessy MP Dan Andrews regarding the appointment of Dr Viv Waller and Kathleen Foley to the Victorian Law Reform Commission, as it inquires into ways of 'Improving the Response of the Justice System to Sexual Offences'. Gabrielle Williams MP

22.01.2022 SECASA received these beautiful donation packs from Mums Supporting Families in Need Inc for our clients this week! Pictured: Katherine Dowson, Director SECASA

22.01.2022 Today December 1 is World AIDS Day 2020. World AIDS day aims to raise awareness within the community about HIV, the methods of transmission, how it can affect anyone regardless of sex, age, country of birth. Importantly, World Aids Day also aims to reduce the stigma associated with HIV. You can find out more about HIV in Australia and events to commemorate World AIDS Day at http://www.worldaidsday.org.au.

22.01.2022 SECASA is pleased to announce our new website is officially up and running. SECASA has been working with the incredibly talented Renee from 2dog creative to create a design based on consumer feedback. Based on this feedback we have created a website that is up to date, easy to navigate, contains key resources, and reflects opportunities for training and development for professionals. A diverse range of people in the community access our website and we have created a design th...at will hopefully meet everyone’s needs. Our new website also has a ‘Quick Exit’ link, increasing safety for clients accessing this website. Please take a look and let us know what you think! secasa.org.au

18.01.2022 SECASA has just received an incredibly generous donation from @LanaVello. These gorgeous leggings (the nicest leggings we have ever seen or felt!) are made from Australian Merino Wool and will be distributed to our clients where needed. Thank you @LanaVello www.lanavello.com.au #lanavello #AustralianMerinoWool #SustainableFashion

17.01.2022 SECASA has recently established a partnership with the Betty Cares Foundation. The Betty Cares Foundation (BCF) is a Melbourne-based not-for-profit which donates clothing packs to women in hospital and refuge care throughout Australia and New Zealand. The Foundation has generously provided SECASA with clothing packs and these will be distributed to our clients as needed. ... #BettyCaresFoundation #BettyBasics Betty Basics

14.01.2022 #16DaysOfActivism

13.01.2022 Helen and Elaine from Bay Quilters Inc attended SECASA last week with a stunning Christmas tree which they decorated for staff and clients to enjoy. They also provided some gifts for our clients under the tree! Thanks again Bay Quilters Inc!

09.01.2022 Celebrating a 25-Year Partnership We recently rebranded our partnership as ‘Integrated Services for Survivor Advocacy’, with a focus on the integrated partnership and incredible service to the community. The recently renamed ISSA program is a 25-year-old partnership between Springvale Monash Legal Service Inc. (SMLS) and the South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault and Family Violence (SECASA). ... The program provides legal advice, assistance and representation to victims/survivors of sexual assault, and family members affected by the assault other than the offender. The service specialises in Applications for Assistance to the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal. In the 2019-2020 financial year, ISSA clients were awarded over $550,000 from VOCAT. The success of the program is a testament to the effective, client focused work of SMLS and SECASA.

09.01.2022 International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is held on 3 December each year. IDPwD is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally. It aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions.... For more information: https://www.idpwd.com.au/about/

07.01.2022 Police and family violence support services have voiced concerns about an expected jump in family violence incidents during this year’s post-lockdown festive season, as Victorians grapple with increased financial pressures and the prospect of large family gatherings after months at home. No to Violence, Respect Victoria and Victoria Police will on Wednesday launch a campaign dubbed Safe Silly Season to raise awareness of how dangerous this time can be and highlight the suppor...t available for victims and perpetrators of family violence. For family violence support contact: -SECASA: 9928 8741 -Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre (24/7): 1800 015 188 -1800RESPECT (24/7): 1800 737 732 -Men's Referral Service: 1300 766 491

07.01.2022 Every year we see a spike in family violence around significant sporting events like the AFL and NRL grand finals. In Victoria, police callouts for family violence incidents rise 15.11 per cent on AFL grand final day and 11.56 per cent on NRL grand final day. The AFL and NRL grand finals are usually spaced a weekend apart, but COVID-19 shutdowns have meant the two codes’ finales line up on Saturday and Sunday respectively.... If you need support contact; Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre (24/7) - 1800 015 188 1800RESPECT (24/7) - 1800 737 732 Men's Referral Service - 1300 766 491 SECASA - 9928 8741 #PlayOurPart #AFL #NRL #FamilyViolence

04.01.2022 Sexual Assault and Family Violence crisis services are still operating over the Christmas break. For sexual assault support please contact the Sexual Assault Crisis Line (SACL) 1800 806 292 For family violence support please contact Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre (24/7) on 1800 015 188... In an emergency please call 000

03.01.2022 Dagmar has worked at SECASA as a counsellor/advocate since 2003. Dagmar is a social worker who has coordinated the Making Rights Reality Program since 2011, and also works as Clinical Lead for the East Bentleigh and St Kilda sites. The Making Rights Reality Program at SECASA aims to ensure victim/survivors with disabilities are able to access counselling, the criminal justice system, and the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal on an equal basis, and works towards reducing... barriers faced by people with disabilities, particularly those with cognitive disabilities or communication support needs, in their recovery after sexual assault or family violence. Dagmar has this to say about working at SECASA: "It has been enormously rewarding to contribute towards increasing the accessibility of our service, and to resource other counsellor/advocates in development of their practice. It is an absolute privilege to be able to provide the service we do at SECASA, and to play a part in people's recovery from experiences of sexual or family violence."