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Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that affects individuals and families across the globe. It transcends socioeconomic, racial, and cultural boundaries, impacting millions of lives. Understanding the dynamics of domestic violence, particularly through the lens of Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) risk, is crucial for prevention and intervention. This blog post aims to shed light on the complexities of domestic violence, the risk factors involved, and the steps that can b

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services. In Australia, call Triple Zero (000) for police, fire or ambulance. 112 can also be called from a mobile phone in Australia. In the United States and Canada, the emergency number is 911. In the United Kingdom, call 999 or 112. In European Union countries, 112 is the common emergency number. If you are elsewhere, use the emergency number for the country you are currently in. About this guide

Domestic and family violence (DFV) is not managed by a single organisation or through a single process. In the Australian Capital Territory, the response involves legislation, ACT Policing, the courts, government agencies, health and community services, legal services and specialist domestic and family violence organisations. Understanding how those different elements work together — and whether they work together effectively — is important for anyone trying to understand the