Violence against women: Recognising and rectifying the long term consequences of abuse

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A seminar and workshop from the Research Centre for Generational Health and Ageing

The impact of abuse on women’s health and wellbeing is well known. The importance of primary prevention and emergency interventions has been the subject of much media attention, government initiatives, justice and health system strategies, and the core business of non-government organisations for decades. Yet most women exit abusive situations without speaking with police or support services about their experiences and only some women discuss the abuse with healthcare professionals.

Up to one in two women in Australia have lived with abuse and will live with the consequences of that abuse for many, many years. Longitudinal research findings show the health impact of abuse can last decades. The purpose of this seminar and workshop is to promote understanding of the scope of violence against women in Australia and the longevity of its effects, to discuss current support initiatives and to develop potential strategies to ameliorate the lifelong health deficits caused by abuse.

Convener

Professor Deb Loxton
Co-Director RCGHA
Deborah.Loxton@newcastle.edu.au

When

Friday 7 September, 10am – 4pm
Registration and refreshments from 9:30am

Where

Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI)
Lot 1 Kookaburra Circuit, New Lambton Heights NSW

Enquiries and Bookings

Katherine Bailey
Katherine.Bailey@newcastle.edu.au
Ph: 02 4042 1621

Event Information

• Date:  Friday 7 September 2018 from 12:00am
• Location: Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI)
  Lot 1 Kookaburra Circuit, New Lambton Heights NSW