You are not alone, and it is okay to seek help or support.
Domestic and family violence is a devastating reality that affects many in our community.
First Nations women face some of the highest rates of violence in the world.
For many victims of family violence, financial constraints present an overwhelming barrier to escaping dangerous situations. Financial counselling services, along with dedicated domestic and family violence support, can offer a crucial lifeline.
These services can help people regain their autonomy. Because you shouldn’t have to have to choose between safety and economic stability.
Together, we must work towards a much safer community and country, where every woman and child is given the protection and support they deserve. That includes the men in our community who need to say ‘No more’ like Charlie King. There are also resources for men who want to change their behaviour.
Sometimes it may be that the man needs to leave the home or share accommodation. In that case there are supports available.
Reporting Domestic and Family Violence
Under Northern Territory (NT) law you must report domestic and family violence to NT police. This includes if someone has been seriously hurt or is in danger of being hurt. You must do this as soon as possible.
Call 000 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger.
If it's not an emergency, call police on 131 444.
You don’t have to give your name and contact details if you don’t want to.
Child protection hotline
In the Northern Territory (NT), you must report your concerns if you believe a child is being, or has been, harmed or abused. This is a legal responsibility under the Care and Protection of Children Act 2007 and is called mandatory reporting.
You can contact the child protection reporting line on 1800 700 250 - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or - report a concern online on at https://careservices.nt.gov.au/
Men’s Behaviour Change Programs
Catholic Care NT
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Who they help: |
Men who use violence in their relationships |
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What they can offer: |
A group work program that runs for 24 sessions |
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How to contact them: |
(08) 8944 2000 |
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https://www.catholiccarent.org.au/service-category/domestic-and-family-violence/ |
No to Violence
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Who they help: |
Men seeking to change their behaviour. |
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What they can offer: |
24/7 phone counselling and online chat support. |
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How to contact them: |
1300 766 491
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Relationships Australia
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Who they help: |
Anyone in a relationship, including seniors and their families. |
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What they can offer: |
Early intervention support and counselling and facilitates family meetings. |
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How to contact them: |
8923 4999 |
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Accommodation for Men and Women (crisis to medium term)
Mens Hostel – Bakhita Centre
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Who they help: |
Single men |
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What they can offer: |
Crisis accommodation |
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How to contact them: |
08 8948 8102 107 Dickward Drive, COCONUT GROVE |
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Doorways Anula
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Who they help: |
People experiencing financial hardship |
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What they can offer: |
Crisis accommodation |
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How to contact them: |
08 8945 1947 fernanda.horadeoliveira@salvationarmy.org.au 3 Yanyula Drive, ANULA |
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Sunrise Centre Homelessness Program
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Who they help: |
Single adult males and females who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. |
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What they can offer: |
Crisis accommodation |
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How to contact them: |
08 8997 1000 sunrisecentre@salvationarmy.org.au 24 Beaton Road, BERRIMAH |
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Red Shield House 49
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Who they help: |
Men and women (singles and couples), 25 years of age over. (no children) |
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What they can offer: |
Medium term accommodation up to 12 months and Case Management support |
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How to contact them: |
49 Mitchell St, Darwin Reception is open Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:00pm. |
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https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/northern-territory/our-services/homelessness/red-shield-house-49/ |
Dawn House Women’s Shelter
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Who they help: |
Women and female-identifying people |
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What they can offer: |
Crisis accommodation, Counselling, Help leaving, 24/7 Support |
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How to contact them: |
08 8945 1388 info@dawnhouse.org.au
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Darwin Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Womens Shelter (DAIWS)
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Who they help: |
Women (any age) and boys (usually 12 years and under) that have been impacted by domestic and or family violence. |
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What they can offer: |
Immediate accommodation, food Initial crisis intervention and case management. Transitional housing |
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How to contact them: |
(08) 8928 1206 |
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Legal and Financial support
Darwin Community Legal Service
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Who they help: |
financially disadvantaged people in Darwin |
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What they can offer: |
Legal advice and advocacy Credit and debt advice |
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How to contact them: |
1800 812 953 / 8982 111 |
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Somerville Financial Services
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Who they help: |
Anyone in the community |
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What they can offer: |
Financial counselling and a range of other free financial services. |
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How to contact them: |
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Darwin: 8920 4100 147 Lee Point Road, Wagaman
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Palmerston: 8935 1500 3 Victoria Drive, Gray
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Domestic Violence Legal Service
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Who they help: |
Residents of Darwin and Palmerston |
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What they can offer: |
Legal support, referrals, DV Magistrates Court duty lawyer in Darwin on Fridays
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How to contact them: |
08 8999 7977 Level 1 Nichols Place
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Domestic Violence Counselling Services
1800 RESPECT
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Who they help: |
Anyone impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence. |
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What they can offer: |
24 / 7 counselling support |
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How to contact them: |
1800 737 732 |
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YWCA Domestic and Family Violence Centre Darwin
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Who they help: |
Women and non-binary people with or without children in their care who have experienced, currently experiencing or at-risk of family and domestic violence in Darwin, Palmerston and the Litchfield Council region.
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What they can offer: |
Counselling, safety planning, accommodation, referrals to other supports
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How to contact them: |
8am – 4pm Monday to Friday by calling (08) 8932 9155 or emailing us at DFVCSupportDarwin@ywca.org.au. |
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https://www.ywca.org.au/programs/domestic-and-family-violence/safety-for-housing/ |
KID’S HELPLINE
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Who they help: |
Young people aged 5 to 25 |
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What they can offer: |
Free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. |
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How to contact them: |
1800 55 1800 |
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Elder Abuse
National Elder Abuse Hotline - Territory FACES
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Who they help: |
Anyone seeking advice or counselling related to elder abuse. |
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What they can offer: |
Hotline that offers information about and referrals to support services throughout the whole of the NT. |
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How to contact them: |
1800 353 374 or 1800 999 900 between 8am-4.21pm Monday to Friday. |
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https://tfhc.nt.gov.au/children-and-families/territory-faces |
Sexual Assault Resources
Sexual Assault Referral Centre
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Who they help: |
SARC provides counselling for adults and children who have been sexually assaulted at any time in their life, as well as their non-offending parents, family members and partners. |
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What they can offer: |
24/7 medical assistance from doctors, counselling, legal support |
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How to contact them: |
call 08 8922 6472, email sarc.ths@nt.gov.au, visit Level 1, 9 Scaturchio St, Casuarina |
Resources for Prevention
Our Watch | Preventing violence against women home
Free resources such as webinars on preventing violence against women
