Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Find resources to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the context of family violence.
For more information and resources about working with Aboriginal and Torres Straight Island communities, in the context of family violence, visit Djirra or the 1800RESPECT websites.
Practice Resources
Tip Sheet: Working with Aboriginal community members experiencing family violence
A new NIFVS resource developed in partnership with VACCA (download the Word accessible document here).
Listening to Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander People’s Voices
A self-directed learning guide. (Djirra and Safe+Equal)
The Nargneit Birrang Framework
A framework for Victorian Aboriginal services and communities to guide the design, implementation and evaluation of holistic healing approaches to family violence. (VACCA, Think Place, Family Safety Victoria)
Breaking The Cycle of Trauma, Koori parenting: What works for us
This resource conveys key messages and practical strategies to help Koori parents break inter-generational cycles of trauma within their families. Poster and postcard versions of the resource are also available. (Victorian Aboriginal Health Service Resource)
Child Protection Fact Sheet
Fact sheet for Koori families, which is also useful for practitioners. (Djirra)
Other Resources
Dhelk Dja: Safe Our Way – Strong Culture, Strong Peoples, Strong Families
Key Aboriginal-led Victorian Agreement for ensuring that Aboriginal people, families and communities are stronger, safer, thriving and free from family violence.
Facts on Family Violence in Aboriginal Communities 2019
Fact sheet (Elizabeth Morgan House Aboriginal Women’s Service)
Understanding the Role of Law and Culture in Responding to and Preventing Family Violence
Research report (ANROWS)
Koolin Balit Cultural Resources
Tools and training programs available to assist health services with cultural awareness. (Department of Health)
