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01 Jun 2021... A video explaining what financial abuse is. For the last couple of years, ADEC's Community Services department has worked on a project called “SAY NO TO ABUSE” to help families from culturally diverse backgrounds who are affected by disabilities to recognise and understand abuse in a culturally sensitive context.

05 Mar 2024... This factsheet explains what coercive control is, and how coercive control can affect older people. It includes a list of some of the signs of coercive control against older people, a case study to help know how to recognise these signs, and how to seek help.

05 Mar 2024... This factsheet explains what coercive control is and how people who use coercive control might use digital technology as part of their abusive behaviour, which is known as technology-facilitated coercive control or tech-facilitated coercive control. It includes a list of some of the signs of technology-facilitated coercive control, a case study to help know how to recognise these signs, and how to seek help.

01 Sep 2022... When a family is affected by a crisis, everyone in the family will react in a different way. Understanding distress reactions and their effect on family dynamics can help the family to cope. Don’t hesitate to seek professional help if you think your family is struggling to recover.

23 Jul 2023... This brochure from Seniors Rights Victoria offers tips on saying 'no' to someone who asks you to sign something or give them something. It can be difficult to say ‘no’ to someone you care about, particularly if they are going through difficult times or are used to getting your financial support.  The brochure also includes contact information for other organisations who may provide help in these situations.  

08 Jul 2024... Everyone deserves the right to consent to who they marry . Learn the difference between arranged and forced marriages, the legal consequences, how to recognise the signs of forced marriage, and the support available to help you or someone you know.  

18 Apr 2019... Fact sheets for parents and carers. Bullying, harassment, discrimination and violence are all interpersonal behaviours that can create or contribute to negative social environments. All school communities should have clear definitions outlined in their school policies and procedures for bullying, harassment, discrimination and violence.

16 Jun 2022... This resource identifies women’s and children’s rights in Australia, especially for those who may be experiencing abuse.

16 Jun 2022... This resource provides advice and tips on how to support someone you know who may experiencing abuse in their relationship or family.

29 Jun 2021... A poster which explains what elder abuse is and how to get support.