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Safety and Violence

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Everyone has the right to be safe from violence. Violence is never OK and it is never your fault if someone is violent towards you.

In this section you can learn about what violence is and how to get help if you need it.

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Important Resources

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Helpline numbers in Australia
Women with Disabilities Australia has pulled together helpline numbers in Australia. If you, or someone you are with, are in danger or it is an emergency, call 000 immediately.
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Workforce Resources
WorkUp Queensland has developed a series of resources for women with disabilities experiencing domestic violence.
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Easy English Books: Safety from Violence
A range of Easy English resources about safety, violence and your rights.
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WWDA Youth Position Statement 1: Violence
A position statement on violence - written by the WWDA Youth Network.
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Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability
Information about the Disability Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability, including how to make a submission.
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Checklist
Our Site Checklist: Are You Experiencing Violence?
Violence can be hard to recognise when you are the one experiencing it. This checklist can help you identify if you are experiencing violence.
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WWDA Position Statement 1: Right to Freedom from Violence
Information from WWDA about the right to safety from all forms of violence and abuse.
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Sunny App
A free app for women with disability who have experienced violence and abuse.
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1800RESPECT
A 24-hour confidential information, counselling and support service. Phone or chat online now.
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