Certificate IV - Community Services Welfare.

Date of Submission:11th June, 2003 TOPIC DOMESTIC VIOLENCE "Challenging DOMESTIC VIOLENCE is often difficult but complicity is unforgivable" Domestic Violence is an abuse of power perpetrated mainly, but not only, by men against women in a relationship or after separation. Domestic Violence affects the entire community and it occurs in all areas of society regardless of geographic location, socio-economic status, age, culture or religion. The most commonly acknowledged forms are physical, sexual, threats, intimidation, emotional, …

…want to return but they are scared they will. We need to give them unconditional support and help them find the strength to grow and take control of their own lives. We need to see these victims not only survive violence and abuse but also see them empowered to deal with it and lead lives free of violence, abuse and shame. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IS THE ROAD BLOCK TO WHAT SHOULD BE EVERYONE'S RIGHT OF PASSAGE