Activity details
Establish a domestic and family violence (DFV) peak body for specialist DFV services including shelters and perpetrator intervention services that will support the integration of and access to trauma-informed, culturally appropriate services including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services that focus on culture as a preventative and healing factor.
Implementation progress update
Establishment of a DFV Peak body is being fast-tracked to be operating by January 2026.
The peak body will provide leadership to grow the capacity and capability of the DFV sector, advocate for and consolidate diverse member views across the sector, and support state-wide coordination and integration of DFV services. It will also enhance the capability and capacity of the system to respond to the needs of victim-survivors of DFV and persons who use violence.
More information
- Learn about the National Plan to End Violence against women and children 2022-2032.
- Read the First Action Plan 2023-2027.
- Browse the First Action Plan 2023-2027 Activities Addendum update.