1800RESPECT Australia

1800RESPECT is a service that supports everyone affected by domestic, family and sexual violence, including men. We provide free and confidential support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au for online chat. For more information, visit our FAQ page on our website: https://lnkd.in/gHPAKntH #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #familyviolence #domesticviolence #sexualviolence #men

Financial abuse is a form of family violence that can affect anyone, no matter what your financial situation is. Taking out loans or credit cards in your name without your knowledge. This not only burdens you with debt but can also damage your credit score and financial reputation. 1800RESPECT’s Financial Abuse Support Toolkit can help you learn more. It explains what financial abuse is, what it feels like, and the next steps when you are ready to reach out for support. Access the toolkit online: https://lnkd.in/gzvh7rz (Image text: Since the age of 15: 16.3% of women, 7.8% of men have experienced financial abuse from a cohabiting partner. Source: Gender indicators, Australian Bureau of Statistics.) #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #familyviolence #awareness #financialabuse

Daisy is 1800RESPECT’s free app that provides information about support services in your area. Daisy can be downloaded for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Once the app is on your phone, you can use it to search for support services. You can also visit service websites from within the app, which means these sites won't show up in your browser history. You can learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eAHgGDUg To speak to counsellor for information and support you can call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au for online chat and video call services. (Image text: Did you know? The Daisy app includes safety features to help protect your privacy.) #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #familyviolence #domesticviolence #sexualviolence #Daisyapp #safetyapps #emergencycontact #supportservices #specialistservices

Today is International Migrants Day, a time to recognise the challenges and opportunities associated with international migration. Women from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), migrant and refugee backgrounds are less likely to report experiencing violence. This is due to a number of factors including, language barriers, cultural stigma, financial insecurity and the fear of impacting their visa status by ending a relationship. More information about 1800RESPECT in a range of languages can also be found on our website: https://lnkd.in/gfjq2JG #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #familyviolence #domesticviolence #sexualviolence #migrantwomen #MigrantsDay #Inclusion

For people living in regional or remote areas, accessing services face-to-face can often be difficult - including services like family violence counselling. 1800RESPECT can be contacted from anywhere in Australia. We’ve made it even easier to contact us by offering additional channels. You can call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au for online chat and video call services. (Image text: In rural and remote communities' isolation, distance and lack of services make escaping violence difficult.) #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #familyviolence #domesticviolence #familyviolence #abuse #ruralAustralia #regionalAustralia

A person who uses coercive control may use physical and/or non-physical abusive behaviours to make you afraid and take away your freedom and independence. For example, gaslighting is a form of coercive control. If you or someone you know is affected by coercive control, you can 1800RESPECT. Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au for online chat and video call. (Image text: What is gaslighting? Gaslighting is when someone makes you question your mental health, memory, intelligence and self-confidence on purpose to manipulate or control you.) #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #familyviolence #domesticviolence #psychologicalabuse #emotionalabuse #gaslighting

Spiritual abuse happens when someone uses spiritual or religious beliefs to hurt, scare or control you. Regardless of your religious or spiritual beliefs, abuse of any kind is never acceptable. Spiritual abuse can be a form of domestic and family violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing spiritual abuse it is okay to ask for help. You can learn more about it here: https://lnkd.in/gfTezid To contact 1800RESPECT, call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au for online chat. (Image text: Spiritual abuse can include using religious texts or beliefs to justify abusive behaviours such as physical, financial, emotional or sexual abuse.) #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #spiritualabuse #religiousabuse #domesticviolence #familyviolence #violence #abuse

People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), migrant, and refugee backgrounds may face unique challenges and types of abuse, such as being stopped from learning English or being cut off from friends and family who speak their language or belong to their culture. 1800RESPECT has resources for people of CALD background, including posters and social media tiles. You can view and download them here: https://lnkd.in/g-vji7Ki You can also contact 1800RESPECT for information, counselling and support. Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au for online chat. (Image text: Download our resources aimed at supporting people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), migrant, and refugee backgrounds experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence.) #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #domesticviolence #familyviolence #sexualviolence #violence #abuse

Experiences of domestic, family and sexual violence can impact on your mental health. If you are worried about your mental health, there are a range of services that can help you. The Service Directory on the 1800RESPECT website has information about different services that can provide support to those affected by domestic, family and sexual violence. This includes specialist services for mental health across Australia. You can access it here: https://lnkd.in/gKW-rb7 You can also contact 1800RESPECT to speak to a counsellor who can assist with a referral. Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au for online chat and video call services. #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #familyviolence #domesticviolence #sexualviolence #mentalhealth

All employees are entitled to 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave each year. This includes full-time, part-time and casual employees. This leave is designed to support employees who need time off to deal with the impact of family and domestic violence, and to ensure that they can return to work with the necessary support. You can learn more about paid family and domestic violence leave here: https://lnkd.in/gRPgMr8z You can also contact 1800RESPECT for support and information. Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au for online chat and video call. (Image text: What can I use paid family and domestic violence leave for? making arrangements for your safety or safety of a close relative, attending court hearings or legal services, accessing police services.) #1800RESPECT #counselling #support #relationships #awareness #familyviolence #domesticviolence #domesticviolenceleave