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An outline of what a 'long term care order' is; how long it lasts, living arrangements for its duration, young people's rights and responsibilities and where to get help.

This safety plan is a guide to help you protect yourself and get help safely. You can use this plan if you are scared about being made to get married, scared about refusing a marriage or scared to leave a marriage that you never agreed to.

The English version of this resource links to the 'Information about forced marriage for agencies, community organisations and service providers'. This document has been produced by the National Roundtable on Human Trafficking and Slavery Communication and Awareness Working Group to provide agreed, best-practice information about forced marriage. This information is designed to be culturally, gender and age appropriate and is part of the Forced Marriage Community Pack . The in language versions are a brief handout for people who are affected by forced marriage.

The English version of this resource links to the 'Information about forced marriage for agencies, community organisations and service providers'. This document has been produced by the National Roundtable on Human Trafficking and Slavery Communication and Awareness Working Group to provide agreed, best-practice information about forced marriage. This information is designed to be culturally, gender and age appropriate and is part of the Forced Marriage Community Pack . The in language versions are a brief handout for people who are affected by forced marriage.

How does the law approach parenting arrangements and division of property after a separation, including when family violence is involved?

This sheet contains information for parents and guardians about contact with their child while not in their care. It explains what contact is for and how it is arranged.

13 May 2020... Victoria Police has launched a suite of videos in multiple languages to encourage people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities to seek help if they are experiencing family violence.

01 Oct 2016... The Australian Government has developed a Family Safety Pack for men and women coming to Australia. It includes information on Australia's laws regarding domestic and family violence, sexual assault and forced marriage, and a woman's right to be safe. The pack includes factsheets on: domestic and family violence sexual assault forced and early marriage family violence and partner visas dowry abuse female genitalia mutilation/cutting LGBTIQ relationships trafficking and slavery The pack also includes a low literacy storyboard

31 Jan 2019... The 'Family Violence: Technical Terms Bilingual Tool' is in a Language other than English (LOTE) and English side-by-side. It is designed to help communication when working with interpreters to talk about family violence.  The Family Violence: Technical Terms Bilingual Tool, lists and explains: Courts and services: their names, hours and web addresses Technical terms: and what they mean Police roles: what they do. Each service, term and definition is listed in a Languages other than English (LOTE) and English side by side, so they can be pointed to or circled when explaining the family violence service system.

01 Jul 2024... Support for employers to help their employees access Paid Parental Leave. The English version is available at the end of each translated resource.

An outline of what a 'family reunification order' is, how long it lasts, living arrangements for its duration, young people's rights and responsibilities, and where to get help.

This information sheet explains what a will is - why you should have one and the legal aspects of it.

An outline of how you can review a child protection decision.

05 Dec 2023... A respected leader delivers an important message to the Iranian community about respectful and healthy relationships, the importance of communication, and Australian family law. The message challenges traditional gender roles and expectations adopted by people from diverse backgrounds that contribute to family violence. The video has English subtitles.

An outline of what an 'Interim Accommodation order' is, how long it lasts, living arrangements for its duration, parent's rights and responsibilities and where to get legal help.

An outline of what an 'Interim Accommodation order' is; how long it lasts; living arrangements for its duration; young people's rights and responsibilities and where to get help

Outline on how your personal information is protected, what is collected and how it is shared

Grandparents are a very important part of grandchildren's lives. They could provide crucial support at a time of a family breakdown. During any family breakdown or separation, the needs of children and their wellbeing should be given priority.

01 Jul 2017... The document provides information on domestic violence and intervention orders in South Australia. An intervention order is an order issued by either the police or the Court, forbidding a person (the defendant) from behaving towards you (the protected person) in ways which may harass, threaten or abuse you or which may be violent.

An outline of: what a 'temporary assessment order' is; how long it lasts; living arrangements for its duration; young people's rights and responsibilities and where to get help.

A Will is a legal document that sets out how you want to distribute your assets or properties after you die. By making a Will you will get the opportunity to give instructions as to how you want your family or friends to inherit your assets.

25 Feb 2022... The Information Sheet 'Family Violence: What Police do' has been designed to explain Victoria Police's response to family violence. They have been written for people who have been affected or harmed by family violence, people who have committed family violence, and people and/or services supporting them.

This fact sheet explains what happens when a family preservation order has been issued by the Magistrate at the Children's Court because the safety and wellbeing of the children are at risk.

07 Feb 2023... A respected leader delivers an important message to the Zomi community about respectful and healthy relationships, the importance of communication, and Australian family law. The message challenges traditional gender roles and expectations adopted by people from diverse backgrounds that contribute to family violence. The video has English subtitles.

07 Mar 2023... A respected leader delivers an important message to the Chin Hakha community about respectful and healthy relationships, the importance of communication, and Australian family law. The message challenges traditional gender roles and expectations adopted by people from diverse backgrounds that contribute to family violence. The video has English subtitles.

21 Feb 2017... This is an animated film on human rights in Australia.

01 May 2024... Family law has changed. These changes may affect you if you have a parenting matter before the court or are trying to determine the right parenting arrangement for your child. This fact sheet will help you to understand how the new law operates. It contains general information only and is not intended to represent legal advice.

31 Mar 2016... The Australian Government does not tolerate domestic and family violence under any circumstances. Domestic and family violence includes behaviour or threats that aim to control a male or female partner by causing fear or threatening their safety. This fact sheet provides information on what domestic and family violence can include as well as contact details for culturally sensitive services in Australia.