dvconnect provides free help for women, men, children and pets affected by domestic and family violence across Queensland.

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic Violence is an abuse of power. It occurs when one person in an intimate relationship engages in behaviour that causes fear or harm to the other person.

This can include physical violence, damage to property, non-consensual sexual contact, financial control, emotional manipulation and abuse, or threats to commit any of the above.

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Quick Fact:

3.5% of Queensland's population identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (ABS 2001 Census).

In the last 3 months of 2004, 9.7% of calls recieved on the Women's DVLine were from women who identified as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.

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You can help dvconnect help families affected by domestic and family violence to find safety and support by donating to our service. Your tax-deductible contribution will make an enormous difference in the life of adults and children affected by this tragedy.
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Special Projects

Read about dvconnect's 'special projects', and how you can help...

Emergency Care Pack Program Providing basic food and toiletries for families in emergency accommodation

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Pets in Crisis - Domestic Violence Program

A program providing temporary emergency care for the pets of women and children in domestic violence refuges.

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