If you, or someone you know, is experiencing domestic and family violence, you can get help on the NSW Domestic Violence website.

NSW Health policies

• The NSW Health Policy and Procedures for Identifying and Responding to Domestic Violence (PD2006_084) outlines the characteristics and consequences of domestic and family violence and identifies the role of NSW Health generally and local health districts specifically, in recognising and responding to domestic violence.
• The Aboriginal Family Health Workers - Operational Guidelines GL2009_001 identify specific requirements of the Aboriginal family health workers.

Charter of Victims Rights

At the heart of all child protection and violence prevention programs is the commitment to ensure the rights of victims. The Charter of Victims Rights outlines how victims of crime should be treated. NSW Health is a committed to the Charter of Victims Rights and a signatory to the NSW Code of Practice for the Charter of Victims Rights. The Charter of Rights and information about Victims Services is available on Victims Services, Department of Justice.

Reporting domestic violence

If you are in immediate danger call the police on 000

For 24/7 support, information and counselling call:

• NSW Domestic Violence line on 1800 65 64 63
• Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling service on 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).