DVNSW welcomes 27 WDVCAS' as members
As of yesterday, Domestic Violence NSW is delighted to announce we will now be acting as the representative body for Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services (WDVCAS) across the state. This will strengthen, consolidate and enable our state-wide peak body to have even greater reach and impact.
DVNSW is honoured to continue to represent WDVCAS workers who were previously members of DVNSW (nine WDVCAS'), and look forward to representing our new WDVCAS members (18). We appreciate the hard work you do and anticipate your invaluable perspectives.
The 27 NSW WDVCAS’ provide women and their children with information, support, guidance, advocacy and safety planning. They provide referrals to services including housing, counselling, financial assistance or health services. They work to give victim-survivors access and understanding of the criminal justice process, ADVOs, and legal protection. They’re a vital frontline service supporting over 50,000 women in NSW experiencing domestic and family violence each year.
The team DVNSW is committed to representing the voices of our members and their clients at all levels, and we’ll be making sure our new WDVCAS members have every opportunity inform our advocacy, policy, and systemic reform approach. We can’t wait to welcome WDVCAS into the fold, utilising their frontline knowledge on how we can better respond across the justice system to prevent domestic and family violence.
This is a really exciting time to be joining DVNSW, as we prepare to launch our 2021-2024 strategic plan in the lead up to our 50th anniversary!
We look forward to working alongside our new WDVCAS members to create safer, just and more equitable communities for women and children across NSW.
Protective Security Risk Intelligence Specialist
3yGreat work, those who have not been the victim of violence and abuse may not realise that the aftermath of the attack still lives on, long after the incident. Often the court case is far more traumatic than the event, having to relive the horrific experience and face the attacker. There is a real need for a qualified and strong support network.
Divorce Coach/Independent IDVA specialising in domestic abuse and safeguarding. Author of ‘Recognition to Recovery- How to leave your abusive ex behind for good!’ As seen in The Independent news and BBC Woman’s Hour.
3yWell done ! 👏👏👏