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We all know it’s happening. We all know someone who it is happening to. Yet we do not talk about it enough, if at all! Family Violence is an insidious undercurrent in our relationships that sometimes is disguised as tradition or culture. However, the factors that lead to Family Violence are both complex and deeply personal. We sit down with researcher Akuch Anyieth to unpack why Family Violence is so difficult to address and why there is no one-size-fits-all solution to solve the problem.
Heritage: South Sudanese
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains material that is sometimes confronting and disturbing. Sometimes words or narratives can cause sadness or distress, or trigger traumatic memories for people, particularly survivors of past abuse, violence or childhood trauma.
For some people, these responses can be overwhelming. If you need to talk to someone, support is available.
1800RESPECT (1800 737 732)
This is a 24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
Men's Referral Service - 1300 766 491
This service from No to Violence offers assistance, information and counselling to help men who use family violence.
Mensline Australia (1300 789 978)
Supports men and boys who are dealing with family and relationship difficulties. 24/7 telephone and online support and information service for Australian men.
Lifeline (13 11 14)
Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call 13 11 14, or text 0477 13 11 14 at night (6 pm-midnight AEDT). Someone will help put you in contact with a crisis service in your state or territory.
13 Yarn (13 92 76)
The first national crisis support line for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. They offer a confidential one-on-one yarning opportunity with a Lifeline-trained Aboriginal & Torress Strait Islander Crisis Supporter.
Kids Help Line (1800 551 800)
Free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between 5 and 25 in Australia.
Elder Abuse Help Line (1800 353 374)
Free information and support services for people who experience or witness the abuse of an older person. Operating hours vary.
Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636)
Information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live.
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Creative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine Hunzwi
Season 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot Manyoul
Soundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)
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