When we live with domestic violence for long enough, we begin to normalise the chaos , our minds adapt to survive.
The fear, control, and volatility start to feel routine.
Recognising this desensitisation is the first step back to awareness, safety, and truth.
DVConnect Womensline
Every person has the right to feel safe in their home, however, we know that for many people who have been impacted by domestic, family, and sexual violence, home can be the most dangerous place.
DVConnect’s Womensline is a free helpline for women and their children in Queensland who are experiencing domestic and family violence.
https://www.dvconnect.org/womensline/
Call: 1800 811 811
DVConnect Mensline
Every person has the right to a safe and respectful relationship.
DVConnect’s Mensline can support men who are using abuse or experiencing abuse in their intimate partner, ex-partner, or familial relationships. Mensline is a free and confidential helpline that assists men to change their abusive behaviours or to access safety from abuse.
Please call 1800600636 Please if you:
- Feel unsafe at home
- You are using violence or abuse in your relationships
- You are not sure if what you are doing is abusive
- You are not sure if what you are experiencing is abusive.
Sexual Assault Helpline Qld
Sexual assault is a crime.
It has nothing to do with the actions or choices of the person who experienced it and everything to do with a rapist’s choice to use power and control over someone else.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone and it is never your fault. You are not alone. Reaching out for support is an extremely brave thing to do.
The Sexual Assault Helpline team are specialist counsellors who will always listen and believe you. Call the DVConnect team for advice and support on 1800 010 120. You can choose to be anonymous.
Report Sexual Assault
Sexual violence is a serious crime that can happen to anyone and can be committed by someone known to you, someone you just met, or a stranger. It can often be traumatic and distressing, and we understand that reporting it can take a BIG leap off faith.
Did you know? that If you have experienced these crimes, no matter how long ago, you can tell police at any time and access support.
https://www.police.qld.gov.au/units/victims-of-crime/support-for-victims-of-crime/adult-sexual-assault