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Domestic and family violence prevention

Domestic and family violence: See the signs. Be the solution.

This campaign encourages men to see the warning signs of domestic and family violence — such as controlling what their partner wears, who she sees, where she goes, how much she spends — and seek advice.


About domestic and family violence prevention

Read about domestic and family violence, its effects on children and the department's role in domestic and family violence prevention.

Dealing with domestic and family violence

Read about help services available if you are a victim or perpetrator of violence, planning to keep safe and domestic violence orders.

How to get help if you are a perpetrator of violence

Advertisement campaign – Domestic and family violence: See the signs. Be the solution.

Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month

Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month is an initiative of the Department of Communities and runs during the month of May.

Queensland domestic violence legislation

Domestic and Family Violence Act 1989 and definitions of domestic relationships.

Ministerial Advisory Council on Domestic and Family Violence

Information about the role of the council, council members and contact information.

Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Awards

These awards are designed to recognise and promote exceptional work by people and organisations in preventing domestic and family violence in Queensland.

Last updated: 02 July 2008.

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Domestic and family violence: See the signs. Be the solution

Anonymous and confidential advice is available by telephoning:

Mensline on 1800 600 636 (9am to midnight, seven days a week).

Read more about how to get help.