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Tuesday, 26 May 2020 00:05

What Does Feeling Safe and Valued in a Relationship Look Like?

In any relationship it is important to feel not only physically safe, but emotionally safe as well. Positive relationships value a person’s unique attributes and allow space for all parties to speak their mind and share decision making.

Published in Our Relationships
Tuesday, 26 May 2020 00:02

Supporting Your Friend

It can be difficult to see your friend, family member, or colleague being treated abusively in a relationship. It is important to remember that the person may not be ready to take immediate action or it may not be safe for them to do so. They may have care of children or pets to consider or may not be emotionally ready to identify their experience as family violence. Whatever the reason, it is important to start a conversation, listen to them, and remember that they are the expert in their own story.

Published in Family Violence
Thursday, 30 January 2020 02:59

When Our Relationships End

The end of a relationship can occur in a mutual and respectful way. In many cases people choose to attend mediation, access counselling or use financial advice services to help them work out the best options for the future care of children or pets, and for help with dividing assets like housing, finances or other matters.

Published in Family Violence

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