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This website discusses domestic and family violence and coercive control.
Call Triple Zero (000) and ask for Police if you are in a dangerous or life-threatening situation.
If you don't want to speak to the police you can also call DV Connect on 1800 811 811 or 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
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Each May, Queensland marks Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month. This annual initiative aims to raise awareness of domestic and family violence and coercive control, highlight the support services available, and send a clear message that violence in our communities will not be tolerated.
The theme for 2025 is in development and all resources will be made available closer to the date.
Register an event for DFV Prevention Month
Show your support for DFV Prevention Month by hosting an event and registering the details on the Women’s Safety and Violence Prevention community events calendar.
Find a DFV Prevention Month event near you
During the month, we encourage all Queenslanders to get involved by attending community events and activities to raise awareness and increase visibility of domestic and family violence and coercive control.
Help and support is available
If you’re worried about your safety in a relationship, help and support are available.
Find a support service near you.
Learn more about the progress we are making
The Queensland Government is committed to addressing all forms of domestic and family violence, including coercive control, and eradicating these forms of violence from our communities.
Find out more about the progress we’re making.
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You can continue to follow the conversation year-round on the Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Queensland Facebook page.