In a system designed to respond to DFV as an issue between adults, the devastating impacts on children and young people are largely overlooked.
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Domestic and family violence
Ending the cycle of violence: Kim chases a brighter future for her family
Kim, a 1997 Key College graduate, shares her story of hope and resilience.
“I’ve learned that young people can be very resilient”
Connie Azzone — Team Leader Casework SHS at the Inner West Youth Homelessness Service — shares insights into supporting young victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.
Violence at home and the pathway to homelessness
Michelle Ackerman, our Acting Director of Youth Support Services, explains how addressing young people’s experiences of domestic and family violence is critical to tackling youth homelessness.
We need to talk to young people about DFV
Kylie Sharp, our DFV Prevention – Youth Support Lead, explains why she is passionate about ensuring the voices of young people experiencing domestic and family violence are heard.
“One day I went to school and didn’t come back home”
After family violence forced Jay to leave home in secret, he’s building a new life with support from Youth Off The Streets.