Domestic, family and sexual violence

Support services Services that can help you if you're experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence.

Planning for safety Help to plan for safety, support your children, care for pets, find accommodation, sort out your finances, take legal action and stay safe online.

Your legal options Advice and support to manage Family Violence Orders and other legal issues.

Escaping Violence Payment You could get up to $5,000 financial assistance if you’ve recently left or are planning to leave, and you are struggling with finances.

Crisis Payment You could get the Crisis Payment from Services Australia if you’ve experienced extreme circumstances family and domestic violence and you're in severe financial hardship.

Safer in the Home You could get help with safety upgrades to your home if you choose to stay in your home after domestic and family violence.

Family and domestic violence financial assistance If you’re on temporary visa and experiencing domestic and family violence, you could get a payment of up to $5000 and other support.

Types of domestic and family violence Violent and controlling behaviours that make family members or intimate partners feel afraid and unsafe.

Supporting someone affected by domestic and family violence Signs of abuse and how to support someone experiencing abuse.

Stories from ACT women Women share personal experiences of what it's like to be a victim of domestic and family violence.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities Find culturally safe support services and learn how domestic and family violence affects communities.

Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Office We lead the ACT Government’s work to improve the ACT’s response to domestic, family and sexual violence.

Domestic Violence Prevention Council We help the ACT Government improve its response to domestic and family violence by bringing together experts from the community, police and courts.