Domestic and family violence (DFV) doesn’t just happen in the moment—it can have lifelong consequences for victim-survivors and their families. The effects go beyond physical injury, impacting mental health, economic security, and overall wellbeing. 💜 For adult victim-survivors, DFV can lead to: 🔹 Life-threatening injuries, brain trauma, and permanent disabilities 🔹 PTSD, depression, eating disorders, and substance misuse 🔹 Homelessness and financial hardship 🔹 Increased risk of self-harm and suicide 💜 For children, even witnessing DFV can cause: 🔹 Emotional distress—fear, guilt, anxiety, and depression 🔹 Trouble in school and difficulty forming healthy relationships 🔹 Increased risk-taking behaviour, including substance abuse 🔹 Long-term mental and physical health challenges If you or someone you know is impacted by domestic and family violence, support is available. If you need help immediately call emergency services on triple-0 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732 Men’s Referral Service - 1300 766 491 Relationships Australia – 1300 364 277 Kids Helpline – 1800 551 800 You can find more information about Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month on our website: https://www.actforkids.com.au/dfv-prevention-month #domesticandfamilyviolencepreventionmonth #DFVPM #DFVPM2025 #treeofhealing #supportsurvivors #saferelationships#knowthesigns #breakthecycle #communitysupport #actforkids (fb)

We’re just three weeks away from our International Women’s Day celebration, and we are so excited for what promises to be a truly special event. Our speakers are looking forward to an inspiring afternoon celebrating empowerment, resilience, and change – all in support of raising funds for our life-changing support services. A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors for their continued support through the wild weather challenges that delayed our original date: 💜 Budget Direct 💜 Auto & General Insurance Company Ltd 💜 Mercedes-Benz Brisbane LSH Auto Australia 💜 The Arches Foundation 💜 Austbrokers Comsure 💜 The Finance People We can’t wait to celebrate with you! #IWD2025 #InspirationInAction #CelebrateWomen #BrisbaneEvents #Gratitude (fb)