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A range of resources exist to assist people to achieve equality, self determination and a community free of violence:

DV Connect www.dvconnect.org

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

Legal Aid Queensland www.legalaid.qld.gov.au

Legal Aid Queensland provides access to justice for disadvantaged Queenslanders by providing legal information, advice and representation.

Women’s Legal Service www.wlsq.org.au

Women's Legal Service is a specialist community legal centre run by and for women. The service provides free legal information, advice and referrals throughout Queensland.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Women’s Legal & Advocacy Service (ATSIWLAS) www.atsiwlas.com.au

ATSIWLAS is a community legal centre that provides free legal advice, information, assistance, and referrals to support Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women in Queensland.

Seniors Legal Service www.communityservices.qld.gov.au/seniors/legal-support/about

The Seniors Legal and Support Services provide free legal and support services for seniors concerned about elder abuse, mistreatment or financial exploitation. The services are staffed by solicitors and social workers.

Refugee and Immigrant Legal Service www.rails.org.au

The Refugee and Immigration Legal Service (RAILS) provides free legal assistance in immigration and refugee cases to people in need.

Legislation Explained - Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 1989 (Source: Dept of Communities, Qld) www.communityservices.qld.gov.au/violenceprevention/legislation/

This booklet explains the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 1989 and provides information about how to access protection by applying for a domestic violence order using the Act.

Increasing your Safety Information for people who experience abuse and/or violence in relationships (Source: Dept of Communities, Qld) www.communityservices.qld.gov.au/violenceprevention/aboutdfv/safety-plan.html

This booklet explains domestic and family violence, provides helpful information on how to increase your safety and offers ideas about where you can find support.