Department of Human Services, Victoria Office for Children

Website: http://www.office-for-children.vic.gov.au/children/ccdnav.nsf/Home+Page/DHSCCD~HomePage?open

Resources

Women's journey away from family violence - Framework and Summary

http://www.office-for-children.vic.gov.au/family-violence-sexual-assault/library/public...

This project researched women's recovery from family violence (now termed journey away from family violence). Based on the findings, a framework was developed to inform a comprehensive, flexible and coordinated Victorian response to domestic violence/family violence.

Resource Type: PDF (497.6 KB)

Towards Collaboration - A resource guide for child protection and family violence services

http://www.office-for-children.vic.gov.au/family-violence-sexual-assault/library/public...

Family violence is a major risk factor for children. Whether they witness violence against other family members or experience violence themselves, the effects are significant and traumatic. This resource guide discusses the impacts of family violence on children and offers information to improve cross-sector work to reduce violence against children. 

Resource Type: PDF (286 KB)

Victorian Government policies

http://www.office-for-children.vic.gov.au/family-violence-sexual-assault/home

What is the Victorian Government doing about sexual assault and family violence? This page links to the Government's current strategies to address family violence, including sexual assault. The initiatives also seek to provide a whole-of-government response to victims of sexual violence. http://www.office-for-children.vic.gov.au/children/ccdnav.nsf/childdocs/-E466B33AA33B3466CA256E180064A17D?open