The Women's Safety and Justice Taskforce, an independent, consultative taskforce established by our government in March, is now taking submissions about:
the experience of women across the criminal justice system
and
coercive control and whether it should be a specific offence of domestic violence
The taskforce will ultimately make recommendations to the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Minister for Women and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence so I want to encourage local women who have experience with domestic violence and/or who have interacted with the criminal justice system to come forward and confidentially tell your story.
By sharing your experience, you could help create positive change for the future.
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Please note that if anything in this article has brought up concerns, there is help available:
DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24/7)
Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120 (7.30am to 11.30pm)
Lifeline on 13 11 44 (24/7)
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