External Supports
If you have experienced gender-based violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, or other forms of harm, community support is available.
If you are worried that you are, or may be using violence, support is also listed on this page.
NSW Health Sexual Assault Services
NSW Health has a network of specialist Sexual Assault Services (SAS) delivered by local health districts, that operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If the assault occurred within the last seven days, the SAS can obtain forensic evidence to assist with any legal action.
For service locations and contact details, view the NSW Health Sexual Assault Services List.
Full Stop Australia
1800 385 578
Full Stop Australia works to end sexual, domestic or family violence through support, education, and advocacy.
1800RESPECT
1800 737 732
1800RESPECT is available for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence.
NSW Sexual Violence Helpline
1800 424 017
For anyone in NSW impacted by sexual assault (including friends, families and supporters). Available 24/7.
NSW Domestic Violence Line
The NSW Domestic Violence Line provides counselling and referrals to women experiencing domestic violence.
Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence Helpline
1800 943 539
For anyone in Australia whose life has been impacted by domestic or family violence. Available 24/7.
The Survivor Hub
The Survivor Hub is a survivor-led, not-for-profit organisation that supports people who have been impacted by sexual assault. It's designed to be an informative, inclusive, and supportive network, where you can connect with others who can relate and understand.
Survivor's R US
Based in Cardiff, Lake Macquarie, Survivor's R US aims to empower survivors and break the cycle of domestic violence by providing unwavering support in all the areas needed to reclaim their power.
QLife
1800 184 527
QLife provides anonymous and free LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.
Webchat is open 3pm – midnight, every day
Rainbow Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence Helpline
1800 497 212
For anyone from the LGBTIQ+ community whose life has been impacted by sexual domestic and/or family violence. Available 24/7.
13YARN
13YARN (13 92 76)
13YARN is an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders crisis support line. Available 24/7. No shame, no judgement, safe place to yarn.
Lifeline
13 11 14
A national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Suicide Call Back Service
1300 659 467
Suicide Call Back Service is a national 24/7 telehealth provider that offers free professional phone and online counselling for people living in Australia.
Sexual Abuse and Redress Support Service
1800 211 028
For adult survivors of childhood institutional sexual abuse. Supporting anyone accessing the Redress Scheme and alternative compensation. Available 24/7.
National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline
1800 880 052
The National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline (The Hotline), is a free, independent and confidential service for reporting abuse and neglect of people with disability.
SAMSN (Survivors & Mates Support Network)
1800 472 676
Support groups for Male Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse.
Ask Izzy
Ask Izzy is a website that connects people in need with housing, a meal, money help, family violence support, counselling and much more. It is free and anonymous, with thousands of services listed across Australia
Support for those using or at risk of using violence
Relationships Australia
1300 364 277
Relationships Australia is a leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities. It aims to support all people in Australia to achieve positive and respectful relationships.
MensLine Australia
MensLine Australia offers free professional support for men with concerns about mental health, relationships, anger management, family violence (using and experiencing), stress, and suicidal thoughts.
Men's Referral Service
1300 766 491
The Men's Referral Service is a telephone counselling, information and referral service for men using, or at risk of using, violent or controlling behaviour. You can call 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
Call Men's Referral Service
Don't Become That Man | Men's Support Line
Don’t Become That Man facilitates early intervention and prevention programs for men who have concerns about their current controlling behaviour, and concerns about how that behaviour might escalate to violence. Experienced phone counsellors take calls and provide immediate interventions.
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