Where is domestic violence most common in Australia?

Indigenous people were 32 times more likely to be hospitalised for family violence as non-Indigenous people. In 2017, the majority of Indigenous assault victims recorded by police were victims of family violence, ranging from 64% (2,700) in New South Wales to 74% (3,900) in the Northern Territory.

What are the three major areas of struggle indigenous Australians still face today?

There are three specific rights I refer to: protection of culture; effective participation and prior informed consent and the right to development. All of these rights are important elements of the right of self determination.

What is Anrows?

ANROWS is Australia’s national research organisation guiding policy & practice to reduce violence against women and their children.

What are 5 issues affecting the Indigenous population?

1) Poorer health

• Poorer health.
• Lower levels of education.
• Inadequate housing and crowded living conditions.
• Lower income levels.
• Higher rates of unemployment.
• Higher levels of incarceration.
• Higher death rate among children and youth due unintentional injuries.
• Higher rates of suicide.

How are Aboriginal people disadvantaged in Australia?

Indigenous Australians experience widespread socioeconomic disadvantage and health inequality. Factors like discrimination and racism, violence, alcohol and drug use and high psychological distress can negatively affect social and emotional wellbeing.

What does Wesnet stand for?

Women’s Services Network – WESNET.

How many cases of domestic violence are reported each year in Australia?

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2016 Personal Safety Survey, 2.2 million Australians have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from a partner and 3.6 million Australians have experienced emotional abuse from a partner.

Can you sue someone for emotional abuse in Australia?

In most cases, yes as long as it results from an accident or event in which you were involved, witnessed or are in a close family relationship to someone killed or injured in the accident.