1800 Respect National counselling helpline, information and support 24/ for sexual and domestic violence.
While living free from violence is everyone’s right, reducing violence is everyone’s responsibility. Reducing all violence in our community is a priority. All forms of violence are unacceptable, in any community and in any culture.
Domestic or family violence and sexual assault are the more pervasive forms of violence experienced by women; they can also happen to men. These forms of violence cause significant personal, social and economic costs for all in our community.
The 1800RESPECT National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service commenced on 1 October 2010 in the form of a phone counselling service. In June 2011, the website www.1800RESPECT.org.au was launched which enabled consumers to access online counselling; information and resources about sexual assault and family or domestic violence (SA/FDV).
The Commonwealth Government funds 1800RESPECT through the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs, www.fahcsia.gov.au. Medibank Health Solutions Telehealth Pty Ltd are contracted to provide the 1800RESPECT service and Medibank Health Solutions subcontracts the NSW Rape Crisis Centre to provide the counselling service.
The 1800RESPECT online and telephone counselling service is part of the Australian Government’s commitment to reduce violence under the National Plan.
Domestic violence is never acceptable. Ever. 1800respect will chat via the net, phone and will direct you your nearest out reach centre.
Need some help head to the web site here or call them on ph. 1800 737 732
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