Anyone in immediate danger should call 000.
The Orange Door Barwon
Entry point for those experiencing or perpetrating family violence.
1800 312 820 if you can’t call, you can an email and they will contact you as soon as possible from a private number (remember to delete the email from your sent folder) barwon@orangedoor.vic.gov.au
The Sexual Assault and Family Violence Center
Entry point for those experiencing domestic violence, family violence and/or sexual assault.
(03) 5222 4318 if you can’t call, you can an email and they will contact you as soon as possible from a private number (remember to delete the email from your sent folder) reception@safvcentre.org.au
Safe Steps (24 hour phone line)
Connects women and their children with specialist support workers who help them explore their options, develop a safety plan and access supports that allow them to live safe from family violence.
1800 015 188 if you can’t call, you can an email and they will contact you as soon as possible from a private number (remember to delete the email from your sent folder) safesteps@safesteps.org.au
Sexual Assault Crisis Line (24 hour phone line)
State-wide, after-hours, confidential, telephone crisis counselling service for people who have experienced both past and recent sexual assault.
1800 806 292
Family violence phone lines and online support:
1800Respect
Counselling and information for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.
1800 737 732
MensLine
Counselling service for men with emotional health and relationship concerns.
1300 78 99 78
With Respect
Resources, tips and advice for LGBTIQ people on healthy relationships and family violence.
1800 542 847
Information and resources:
1800Respect App for Women with Disability
Designed by women with disability and 1800RESPECT, Sunny is a free new app that supports women with disability to understand sexual assault, domestic and family violence, know their rights and reach out for support.