Escaping Family Violence?

That violence can be: 

  • Physically, verbally or sexually abusive 
  • Emotionally, spiritually or psychologically abusive 
  • Economically abusive 
  • Threatening, coercive, or seeking to control or dominate the other person. 

1800 RESPECT Ph. 1800 737 732  

Or chat online via 1800RESPECT.org.au or text 0458 737 732 

Safe Steps Ph. 1800 015 188 

Kids Helpline Ph. 1800 551 800 

Currently experiencing financial stress due to FDV? 

Escaping Violence Payment (EVP) is an Australian Government program designed to help people aged 18 or above to move forward and set up a home free of violence.  

The EVP program can provide:  

  • financial assistance such as vouchers for essential items 
  • goods and services such as removalists, bonds or basics for a new home 
  • wrap-around support including safe and confidential services. 

Everybody has a right to establish a safe home free from violence. 

You can access support now by: 

  • Call 1800 EVP on Ph. 1800 387 387 

If you’re in danger call 000, or for immediate support or want advice, call 1800RESPECT 

Other sources of financial support include: 

  • Victims Support Scheme: The Victims Support Scheme provides counselling, financial assistance and a recognition payment to victims of an act of violence or act of modern slavery in NSW.   

https://victimsservices.justice.nsw.gov.au/how-can-we-help-you/victims-support-scheme.html#What0

  • Immediate Needs Support Package: The Immediate Needs Support Package (INSP) is available to primary victims of domestic violence in NSW. 

https://victimsservices.justice.nsw.gov.au/how-can-we-help-you/victims-support-scheme/financial-support/financial-assistance-for-immediate-needs/immediate-needs-support-package.html

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