Efforts to educate more Filipinos in Australia on domestic violence

The Fil-Australian Health Workers Association o FAHWA is continuing its efforts to bring important information to FiIipinos in Australia regarding support services for women experiencing domestic violence.

遇到家庭暴力事件， 怎辦？ Source: Karolina Grabowska /Pexels

Many Filipinos in Australia are not fully aware of their rights under Australian law.

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 Highlights

• Domestic violence can take in many different forms
• Abuse can be verbal, emotional, financial and through manipulation
• Deportation or cancellation of their visas are common reasons why many are afraid to report abuse

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If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800respect.org.au

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