More Than Skin Deep

Sadly, when we scratch beneath the surface, we see that domestic violence often bruises beyond the skin. Although we may not be aware, it lives closer to home than we’d think.

More Than Skin Deep is BaptistCare’s initiative to educate on how you can recognise and respond to domestic violence.

Have you ever asked if it’s OK…

For him to control all of the money and make her explain every dollar she spends?

For him to pressure her to have sex, even when she doesn’t feel like it, until she gives in?

For him to text her all night long when she’s out with friends, asking her where she is and when she’ll be home?

For him to use religious texts or beliefs to make her do what he wants?

For him to tell her she is fat, ugly, stupid, and no one else would want to be with her?

For him to push her or pull her hair when he’s had a hard day at work?

For him to shout at her for hours on end?

understand the 7 types of domestic violence

Over a 12-month period, one woman,
on average, is killed every week as
a result of intimate partner violence.

Women from the age of 15

1 in 6

has experienced physical or sexual
violence from a current or former partner.

1 in 4

has experienced emotional abuse by a
current or former partner.

1 in 4

children are exposed to domestic violence, which is a recognised form of child abuse.

Domestic and
family violence is the
principal cause of
homelessness for
women and their
children.

Intimate partner violence is the leading
contributor to death, disability, and ill
health in Australian women aged 15–44.

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Over a 12-month period, one woman,
on average, is killed every week as
a result of intimate partner violence.

1 in 4

children is exposed to domestic violence, which is a recognised form of child abuse.

Domestic and
family violence is the
principal cause of
homelessness for
women and their
children.

Intimate partner violence is the leading
contributor to death, disability, and ill
health in Australian women aged 15–44.

Women from the age of 15

1 in 6

has experienced physical or sexual
violence from a current or former partner.

1 in 4

has experienced emotional abuse by a
current or former partner.

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For over 30 years BaptistCare has provided support to individuals and families impacted by domestic violence. Help us end the cycle of abuse by making a regular donation or a one-off gift. Your support makes a difference to the women and children who need it most.

What if every Australian could see the signs of domestic abuse?

22nd November, 2018

BaptistCare HopeStreet has undertaken research to measure Australian’s awareness of the seven types of domestic abuse – economic, sexual, spiritual, verbal, emotional, physical and social. It found that older Australians are much more likely to recognise all forms of domestic violence than younger generations, indicating a concerning lack of awareness of the many signs of domestic abuse among young people.

Meet the woman trying to end family violence in one generation

12th June, 2018

Lesley Robson is BaptistCare HopeStreet’s Manager at our Domestic Violence Supported Accommodation and she recently spoke with Kidspot about our Break Free program for children who have experienced trauma as a result of family violence.

Partnering With Kidspot In #couchandacuppa Campaign

12th June, 2018

Kidspot.com.au, in partnership with BaptistCare, has launched their latest Kidspot Cares #couchandacuppa campaign, as they seek to both raise awareness and find a solution to family violence.

Halo Ball Brings Hope

12th June, 2018

BaptistCare's third annual Halo Ball was held in May, and encouraged guests to recognise the often voiceless victims of domestic and family violence: the children.

BaptistCare Announces Line Up for Third Annual Halo Ball

26th March, 2018

BaptistCare has announced Marcia Hines will headline the third annual Halo Ball in Sydney on Friday 4 May, to raise much-needed funds for women and children experiencing family and domestic violence.

One in six women still victims of physical or sexual violence at the hands of partners

8th March, 2018

BaptistCare's client, Mikayla, spoke with SBS News about her experience with domestic and family violence, while our General Manager Rob Ellis discussed the effects of domestic violence on children and how this issue affects indigenous communities.

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Have you ever asked if it’s OK…

Over a 12-month period, one woman, on average, is killed every week as a result of intimate partner violence.

Women from the age of 15

1 in 6

1 in 4

1 in 4

Domestic and family violence is the principal cause of homelessness for women and their children.

Intimate partner violence is the leading contributor to death, disability, and ill health in Australian women aged 15–44.

Over a 12-month period, one woman, on average, is killed every week as a result of intimate partner violence.

1 in 4

Domestic and family violence is the principal cause of homelessness for women and their children.

Intimate partner violence is the leading contributor to death, disability, and ill health in Australian women aged 15–44.

Women from the age of 15

1 in 6

1 in 4

Support Our Work

What if every Australian could see the signs of domestic abuse?

Meet the woman trying to end family violence in one generation

Partnering With Kidspot In #couchandacuppa Campaign

Halo Ball Brings Hope

BaptistCare Announces Line Up for Third Annual Halo Ball

One in six women still victims of physical or sexual violence at the hands of partners

Over a 12-month period, one woman,
on average, is killed every week as
a result of intimate partner violence.

Domestic and
family violence is the
principal cause of
homelessness for
women and their
children.

Intimate partner violence is the leading
contributor to death, disability, and ill
health in Australian women aged 15–44.

Over a 12-month period, one woman,
on average, is killed every week as
a result of intimate partner violence.

Domestic and
family violence is the
principal cause of
homelessness for
women and their
children.

Intimate partner violence is the leading
contributor to death, disability, and ill
health in Australian women aged 15–44.