A powerful new campaign against domestic violence is about to reach local television screens.
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it many challenges – unprecedented disruptions to our normal lifestyle and routines, and significant pressure on our emotions, finances, study, and overall health and wellbeing. Unfortunately, these kinds of situations often mean personal and family relationships can become strained or existing domestic problems are exacerbated. The result can be an increase in family violence in the community.
The unique circumstances of self-isolation have likely made it harder for victims of family violence to stay safe or reach out for help over the past few months. At the moment, home may not always be the safest place to be.
A collaboration between AlburyCity and Murray River police, the 'No Excuse' campaign calls for victims, perpetrators and witnesses to seek help through the national 24-hour hotlines, 1800 RESPECT or Mensline on 1300 789 978.
