A worrying silence
BaptistCare Community Services General Manager, Robert Ellis, shares his thoughts [...]
The damage caused by years of fear
Warning: This story includes sensitive material on domestic violence and [...]
“My priority has always been my child’s safety…”
Mental illness had crept its way into Amie’s former relationship with her ex-partner and it continued to be an ongoing issue for him.
My name is Naomi
Growing up in West Africa, Naomi was only eight years old when civil war broke out forcing Naomi and her family into a life of refugee camps where she grew from a child to a woman.
An evening of Halo Ball magic raises much-needed funds
BaptistCare's fourth annual Halo Ball was attended by more than 500 guests, together raising $146,000 in much-needed funds for women and children experiencing domestic violence.
Tara was one of our own
One woman is murdered by her current or former partner every week - on average - in Australia*. They are more than statistics. They are mothers, sisters, daughters, aunts, neighbours, colleagues and friends, and so much more… just like Tara was.
What if every Australian could see the signs of domestic abuse?
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Lesley speaks to Whimn about gaslighting
Lesley Robson works with women who have escaped domestic violence in her role as a housing support manager at BaptistCare, and she recently spoke with media outlet Whimn about gaslighting.
Committed to Ending Violence on White Ribbon Day
With White Ribbon Day acknowledged on Saturday 25 November, BaptistCare is encouraging all people to show their commitment to ending violence against women.
A Happy Christmas Shouldn’t Be Taken For Granted
Domestic violence is never okay, least of all at Christmas time, says Cathy Zervos, trained Relationship Counsellor, having worked in a 'Whole of Family' response to domestic and family violence with BaptistCare for 11 years.
BaptistCare (Community Services & Head Office) earns accreditation as White Ribbon Workplace
BaptistCare, in its ongoing commitment to address domestic and family violence in the community, was accredited in 2016 as a White Ribbon Workplace, at both its Head Office and all Community Services sites.
Third Annual Halo Ball Confirmed
BaptistCare’s third annual Halo Ball, raising much needed funds and awareness to help women and children experiencing domestic and family violence, will be held on Friday 4 May, 2018 at Doltone House on Darling Island in Sydney.